{"product_id":"organic-red-split-lentils-500g","title":"Organic Red Split Lentils 500g","description":"\u003cp\u003eRed split lentils are the most commonly used and quickest-cooking lentil — already hulled and split, they need no soaking and dissolve into a thick, silky soup or dal in 20–25 minutes. These certified organic red split lentils from \u003cstrong\u003eJust Natural Organic\u003c\/strong\u003e are the essential ingredient in Indian dal, Turkish red lentil soup, and Egyptian koshari — versatile, economical, and highly nutritious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed lentils provide \u003cstrong\u003eplant protein\u003c\/strong\u003e (25g\/100g), \u003cstrong\u003efolate\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eiron\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003emanganese\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003epotassium\u003c\/strong\u003e, and very high dietary fibre. One of the best plant-based protein and iron sources available, with a low glycaemic index.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified organic\u003c\/strong\u003e by the Soil Association. Plastic-free, home-compostable packaging. Available in 500g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo soaking required. Rinse and cook in a 1:3 ratio for 20–25 minutes. They break down readily — ideal for smooth soups and dal. Add to soups, stews, and curries for protein and body. Use in lentil shepherd's pie or lentil bolognese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecipe idea — Red Lentil Dal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fry 1 onion, 3 garlic cloves, 1 tsp grated ginger in oil. Add 1 tsp each cumin, coriander, turmeric, and ½ tsp chilli. Stir in 250g rinsed red lentils and 800ml vegetable stock. Simmer 20–25 minutes until thick and creamy. Season, squeeze in lemon juice, and finish with a tarka: fry 1 tsp cumin seeds and ½ tsp mustard seeds in ghee until popping, pour over the dal. Serve with rice or flatbread. Ready in 35 minutes, serves 4.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNutritional Values per 100g (dry)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnergy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1411 kJ \/ 338 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOf Which Saturates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.1g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbohydrates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOf Which Sugars\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFibre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSalt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic Red Split Lentils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy are red lentils orange\/red when dry but yellow when cooked?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRed lentils get their colour from carotenoid pigments. When heated in water, the pigments break down and the lentils turn yellow-orange — this is completely normal and expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo red lentils need soaking?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo — they are already split and hulled, so they cook very quickly without soaking. Just rinse under cold water to remove any dust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre lentils a good source of iron?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — lentils provide around 3.3mg of iron per 100g (24% NRV). Plant-based (non-haem) iron is less readily absorbed than haem iron from meat, but consuming lentils alongside Vitamin C significantly improves absorption.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Just Natural Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49215429607676,"sku":"JNO3663","price":2.79,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/4683\/9207\/files\/JN86_large_52870511-961b-41cd-a5aa-232625864208.jpg?v=1781961202","url":"https:\/\/econaturalproducts.co.uk\/products\/organic-red-split-lentils-500g","provider":"Eco Natural Products","version":"1.0","type":"link"}