Common Lentils, Certification : FSSAI

the lentil is an edible legume. it is an annual plant known for its lens-shaped seeds. it is about 40 cm tall, and the seeds grow in pods, usually with two seeds in each. as a food crop, the majority of world production comes from canada and india, producing 58% combined of the world total.

lentils, like beans, are legumes. they're high-protein, edible pulses that grow in pods. lentils are typically sold dried and look like tiny lenses or pebbles and have a mild, earthy flavor. ... lentils are also often used in vegetarian recipes in place of meat, like in these lentil veggie burgers.