Types of Green Green Lentils
Laird Green Lentils (Large Green) : Large (6.0 - 7.0 mm) lentil with a green skin and yellow cotyledon. Laird Green Lentils have long been the preferred lentil type in much of Europe and Latin America. Flavor and texture varies widely depending on the country and region of origin but is richer than the smaller varieties.
Richlea Green Lentils(Medium Green) : Medium (5.5 - 6.0 mm) lentil with a green skin and yellow cotyledon. It is used in soups and has a relatively neutral flavor.
Eston Green Lentils (Small Green) : Small (4.5 - 5.5 mm) lentil with a green skin and yellow cotyledon. Its low starch and color content makes clear soups and is also used in salads. They have a relatively neutral flavor.
Laird Green Lentils
 
Richlea Green Lentils
 
Eston Green Lentils
Specification
Properties
Values / Limits
Colour
Speckled, greeny-blue in colour.
Flavour
Earthy, peppery taste, free from any objectionable flavours.
Odour
Should be free from any objectionable odours and taints.
Texture
Should be firm, free flowing Green Lentils and not joined together.
Contrasting Colours
Max. 0.5%
Stained
Max. 4.0%
Heated
Max. 0.5%
Peeled, Split & Broken
Max. 3.5%
Other Damage
Max. 2.0%
Total Damage
Max. 3.5%
Ergot
Max. 0.05%
Insect Parts
Max. 0.02%
Stones
Max. 0.10%
Other Foreign Material
Max. 0.2%
Total Foreign Material
Max. 0.5%