Grains & pulses recipe ideas

Use up a tin of green lentils and make a salad, a filling soup or a warming curry that'll feed the whole family. Make the most of storecupboard ingredients.

Stir up these lentil curries for a filling veggie supper. Our Indian-inspired dhal (or dal) recipes include variations on black dhal and a red lentil dish.

Discover nutritious couscous recipes, including vegetarian, vegan, meat and fish options. Try flavour-packed tabbouleh salads and sensational side dishes.

Giant couscous, or Israeli couscous, adds a delicious chewy texture to dishes. Serve these little semolina balls in hearty Middle Eastern-style salads and stews.

Serve edamame beans in a range of salads, stir-fries, sushi, dips and wraps. These green soya beans add a protein boost to your food.

Find out how to use this versatile grain with BBC Good Food's highest-rated pearl barley recipes, including risottos, salads, soups and stews.

Wondering what to make with buckwheat? Find inspiration in our recipes, with everything from quick noodle dishes to flavour-packed pancakes and salads.

Make the most of bulgur wheat with our collection of recipes that put the grain centre-stage. Pair it with meats, serve in salads or stuff into peppers.

Make the most of wholegrain or brown rice with our nourishing recipes, including pilafs, rice salads, healthy one-pots and comforting curries.