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    Lentils

    Lentils add wonderful texture, protein, and iron to dishes.

    Dried lentils are a cost effective option. Plus unlike dried beans, they don’t require soaking first.

    Or use store-bought steamed lentils that come in vacuum-packaging for an even quicker option.

    • Steamed lentils for $3.29 on shelf at Trader Joe's.
      8 ways to use Trader Joe’s steamed lentils (vegan meal ideas + recipes)
    • Bowl of vegan lentil chili with black beans, and topped with tortilla chips, non-dairy sour cream, and cilantro.
      One-pot lentil chili with beans
    • Brown lentil curry in karahi by samosas.
      Sabut masoor dal (Whole masoor dal)
    • Brightly colored pico de gallo dolloped on lentil tacos with cilantro.
      Vegan lentil taco meat (Ready in 15 minutes!)
    • Overhead red serving dish with Puy lentils, tater tots, and kale.
      French lentils with caramelized onions & pistachios
    • Soup in bowl on table.
      Double lentil mushroom barley soup
    • Lentils in bowl with kale salad and figs.
      Marinated lentil salad with tangy dressing
    • Roasted cauliflower in bowl by cooked lentils and Romesco sauce.
      Vegan cauliflower steaks with lentils & romesco sauce
    • Mushrooms & thyme on top of creamy vegan mushroom soup.
      Creamy vegan mushroom soup with lentils & rice
    • Curried red lentil soup in large white mugs, topped with cilantro.
      Easy curry red lentil soup
    • Vegan walking taco stuffed with corn chips, non-dairy cheese, and jalapenos.
      Vegan walking tacos for potlucks & parties
    • Lentil balls in bowls with salad, lemon rice, and onions.
      Lentil balls with zesty lemon rice (Vegan)
    • Burrito bowls with lentil taco meat, guacamole, rice, and salad.
      Ultimate vegan burrito bowl (Easy & healthy!)
    • Meatball-inspired lentil burgers with marinara, mushrooms, and kale.
      Vegan lentil burgers (Italian meatball flavored)

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    Hi, I'm Cadry!

    I’m the creator behind Cadry's Kitchen and author of Living Vegan For Dummies.

    I'm a longtime vegan, but I grew up eating a standard American diet. I know that all of us crave foods that are familiar, comforting, and delicious.

    That’s why it’s my passion to share mouthwatering plant-based recipes that taste like home.

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      Crispy air fryer tofu nuggets (popcorn tofu)
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    • Steamed lentils for $3.29 on shelf at Trader Joe's.
      8 ways to use Trader Joe’s steamed lentils (vegan meal ideas + recipes)

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