lentils

dried

Stripped of moisture

• beansEdible pod seeds
• riceStaple cereal grain
• quinoaEdible seed from Andes

chickpeas · shelf-stable · bulk · nonperishable · storage · provisions · staple · ingredient · grocery · couscous

dal

Stewed split legumes

• soupCooked liquid dish
• stewSlow-simmered meat dish
• curryAromatic South Asian dish

salad · puree · chana · sambar · dhal · potage · bisque · pilaf · porridge · casserole

protein

Folded amino chain

• fiberPlant-based digestive aid
• ironElement twenty-six
• folateVitamin for DNA synthesis

potassium · magnesium · zinc · plant-based · low-fat · cholesterol-free · nutrient-dense · vegetarian · vegan · healthful

warming

Increasing in temperature

• heartyWarm and substantial
• nourishingPromoting health through food
• satisfyingProducing fulfillment or pleasure

wholesome · rustic · homestyle · comforting · filling · robust · rich · flavorful · soul-food · one-pot

red

Primary color, warm

• greenColor of vegetation
• brownDark earth tone
• blackDarkest possible hue

yellow · French · beluga · Laird · Egyptian · whole · split · hulled · sprouted

terroir

Geography's influence on taste

• loamyRich in humus
• mineralNaturally formed crystalline solid
• nuttyEccentric or almond-flavored

peppery · mushroomy · umami · mild · subtle · grassy · vegetal · woodsy · aromatic

• legumespea, peas, bean, beans, chickpeas
• Nutritious Foodsspinach, kale, blueberries, salmon, avocados
• slow cookingslow cooker, braise, braising, simmer, simmering
• health foodorganic produce, free-range eggs, grass-fed beef, wild-caught fish, local honey
• Bible plantsacacia, almond, almond blossom, almond tree, aloe
• Biblical Foodsmanna, unleavened bread, figs, grapes, olives