Legume

Petite Crimson

B tier

Petite Crimson is a small red-skinned whole lentil—faster than large greens, more structure than split reds if not overcooked. Colour is rosy-brown; flavour mild-sweet earthy. Specialty bags target quick firm-ish sides and pretty soups. Simmer watchfully 15–20 minutes. Works in salads if stopped early; softens to thick soup if continued. A bridge between salad lentils and dal types. Seasonality and storage change how Petite Crimson tastes; peak lots underline why Small Whole Red still earns a separate name in serious kitchens.