La Valletta Umbrian Lentils

Lentils grown in Umbria, particularly the village of Colfiorito, have become world renowned. These lentils are prized for their petite size, tender skin and delicately earthy flavor. This variety does not require any pre-soaking, cooks up to an al dente texture in 20 minutes and still holds their shape.

The ability to maintain their shape makes Umbrian lentils a great choice for soups, stews and salads where they’ll provide texture and chew. They can also be cooked with aromatics like garlic, rosemary and thyme and served alongside rich mains like sausages and pork chops. 

The La Valletta farm was founded in 1985 by Antonio and Adriana Cappelletti in Colfiorito, a village in the heart of the Umbria-Marche Apennine mountains. Colfiorito’s unique microclimate and terroir provide the optimal conditions for growing legumes and La Valletta—now run and operated by the second and third generations of Cappellettis—is committed to honoring the land by employing traditional farming methods and plastic-free packaging.