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From Lentils to Beans: Flavorful Legume Recipes You’ll Love!

Published: Feb 9, 2025 by Yuan

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Hearty, nutritious, and packed with flavor, legumes are a delicious way to create satisfying meals. With their versatility, they can be the star of a dish or a perfect complement to bold spices and fresh ingredients. These recipes make it easy to enjoy the goodness of lentils, beans, and more in every bite!

Mung Bean Soup

Light and refreshing Chinese mung bean soup in a white bowl with a spoon.
Mung Bean Soup. Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Mung bean soup (绿豆汤), also known as mung bean porridge, is a traditional Chinese dish made with green mung beans.
Get the Recipe: Mung Bean Soup

Steamed Red Bean Paste Buns (Dou Sha Bao, 豆沙包)

Soft, fluffy steamed buns filled with sweet red bean paste.
Steamed Red Bean Paste Buns (Dou Sha Bao, 豆沙包). Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Red bean paste buns, or "Dou Sha Bao" in Chinese, are steamed buns filled with sweet red bean paste. They are popular treats in Chinese cuisine.
Get the Recipe: Steamed Red Bean Paste Buns (Dou Sha Bao, 豆沙包)

Navy Bean and Ham Soup

Navy Bean and Ham Soup in a serving crock.
Navy Bean and Ham Soup. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Treat yourself to a delicious, comforting bowl of Navy bean and ham soup! This easy-to-make dish is sure to leave you feeling satisfied.
Get the Recipe: Navy Bean and Ham Soup

Crock Pot Pinto Beans (Vegetarian)

A bowl of crock pot pinto beans with a rich, hearty texture.
Crock Pot Pinto Beans (Vegetarian). Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This Crock Pot Pinto Beans recipe is a hearty and flavorful vegetarian dish that cooks slowly for a rich taste. It’s perfect for a comforting meal or as a side dish.
Get the Recipe: Crock Pot Pinto Beans (Vegetarian)

Vegan Mushroom Lentil Stew

A hearty bowl of vegan mushroom lentil stew, filled with tender mushrooms, hearty lentils, and vibrant vegetables in a rich, flavorful broth.
Vegan Mushroom Lentil Stew. Photo credit: Two City Vegans.

Need a hearty, protein-packed meal? This Vegan Mushroom Lentil Stew is rich, flavorful, and comforting. Earthy mushrooms, tender lentils, and savory veggie broth make it a perfect weeknight dish!
Get the Recipe: Vegan Mushroom Lentil Stew

Easy Vegan Yellow Lentil Dal

Creamy yellow lentil dal garnished with spices and coconut milk.
Easy Vegan Yellow Lentil Dal. Photo credit: Two City Vegans.

This easy vegan yellow lentil dal is a comforting, protein-packed Indian-inspired dish—perfect for chilly days!
Get the Recipe: Easy Vegan Yellow Lentil Dal

Spicy Coconut Red Lentil Dal

Spicy coconut red lentil dal served with white rice and cilantro.
Spicy Coconut Red Lentil Dal. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

Cozy up with this quick, easy, and tasty one-pot spicy coconut red lentil dal recipe made with simple ingredients along with the perfect blend of Indian spices. It makes a most delicious gluten-free, vegan dish best served alongside some basmati rice or naan bread. What’s more, you can make this easy dal on the stovetop or in the Instant Pot pressure cooker!
Get the Recipe: Spicy Coconut Red Lentil Dal

Smashed White Bean Quesadillas

Smashed white bean quesadillas on a cutting board.
Smashed White Bean Quesadillas. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

These smashed white bean and kale quesadillas are the perfect indulgent meatless meal. Oozing with melted cheddar and topped with a creamy BBQ sauce.
Get the Recipe: Smashed White Bean Quesadillas

Chicken Bean Soup

Overhead image of a bowl of chicken bean soup.
Chicken Bean Soup. Photo credit: The Honour System.

This Chicken Bean Soup is a mildly spiced, hearty dish that is packed with both protein and flavor. A savory chicken and bean stew with a surprise ingredient!
Get the Recipe: Chicken Bean Soup

Mediterranean White Bean Salad with Feta

Side view of white bean salad in bowl with tongs.
Mediterranean White Bean Salad with Feta. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Experience the taste of the Mediterranean with the Mediterranean White Bean Salad. The creamy white beans, juicy tomatoes, and crumbled feta cheese come together to create a refreshing summer salad that is both satisfying and delicious.
Get the Recipe: Mediterranean White Bean Salad with Feta

25 Minute Black Bean Burger

A black bean burger in a burger bap with relish oozing out over it.
25 Minute Black Bean Burger. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

This Black Bean Burger is packed with flavor from black beans, onion, garlic, and spices. Perfect for meal prep and a healthier take on takeout!
Get the Recipe: 25 Minute Black Bean Burger

Jamaican Red Beans and Rice

Jamaican red beans and rice on a brown bowl.
Jamaican Red Beans and Rice. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Savor the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean with this Jamaican Red Beans and Rice recipe! Rich coconut milk and fiery Scotch bonnet peppers make this dish a hearty and satisfying favorite. Perfect as a side or standalone meal, it brings a true taste of Jamaica to your table.
Get the Recipe: Jamaican Red Beans and Rice

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