Black lentils are smaller than black beans and have a deep, rich, earthy (though not dirty) taste. They have a thicker skin that helps them hold their shape yet they are tender and toothsome.
All About Black Lentils

Black lentils are smaller than black beans and have a deep, rich, earthy (though not dirty) taste. They have a thicker skin that helps them hold their shape yet they are tender and toothsome.