The 'verdina' lentil is a small-sized lentil characterized by its greenish colour.

This variety of lentils does not release the skin once cooked, they are very tasty and have a creamy texture.

Additionally, the 'verdina' lentil is particularly rich in fiber, iron, and proteins.

They are commonly used in salads and traditional legume (pluses) stews."

Its cooking time ranges between 20-35 minutes in a pressure cooker depending on the hardness of the water, and between 40-55 minutes in a pot.