Do green lentils go bad?

How do you know when green lentils expire? If the expiration label says 9/19 how long can you keep them?

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Best Answer

If you are talking about dried uncooked green lentils, then they are probably good for another 4 or 5 months depending on the condition they were stored in and how they look now.

Dried lentils are safe to use after the "expiration" date on the package, provided it is properly stored and the package is undamaged - commercially packaged dried lentils will typically carry a " Best By," "Best if Used By," "Best Before", or "Best When Used By" date but this is not a safety date, it is the manufacturer's estimate of how long the dried lentils will remain at peak quality.

If there are no Weevils or any srot of bugs and you do not see any spoilage you are good to eat them.

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Quick Answer about "Do green lentils go bad?"

Discard your cooked lentils if: There's mold or discolorations on the surface or sides. If any microbes get into the container before you put it in the fridge, your lentils will go moldy. Signs of mold might show up even the very next day, so always check the food before reheating.

Do green lentils expire?

Properly stored, dried lentils will generally stay at best quality for about 2 to 3 years at normal room temperature, although they will usually remain safe to use after that. To maximize the shelf life of dried lentils, keep the package tightly closed at all times.

Can you get sick from expired lentils?

Will I get sick if I eat the soup? Editor: No, I don't think you need to worry about getting sick from old lentils or other legumes, though I would recommend rinsing them thoroughly before cooking to wash away any dust. At worse, the legumes won't taste as great or cook as evenly.

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