what are the different types of lentils
Green lentils. Like brown lentils, green lentils (such as French green or Laird), also hold their shape during the cooking process, and have a slightly firmer texture. They can take anywhere up to 45 minutes of cooking time, but have a natural peppery taste, giving any salad or side dish a nice extra boost of flavour.
Red (or pink) lentils contain a lower concentration of fiber than green lentils (11% versus 31%). The low levels of readily digestible starch (5%), and high levels of slowly digested starch (30%), make lentils of potential value to people with diabetes.