Driving Research & Innovation with Lentils

Canada is the leading producer of lentils globally, the majority of which is exported internationally to traditional consumption markets. There is growing interest to develop the market for lentil ingredients beyond conventional consumption patterns as sustainability and nutrition become critical drivers or food product formulation. This presentation will review findings of research that support the use of lentils as a low carbon footprint, high quality, and functional ingredient in foods. Specific topics will include the significance of raw seed quality and processing conditions on the performance of lentil in foods