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%
Green Green Lentils can be easily identified by their large and flat shape. They take a little longer to cook, but retain their shape during cooking. Green Green Lentils have an exceptionally soft and mealy texture with warm flavour