Description
A warm and nourishing lentil stew filled with aromatic vegetables and fragrant spices, perfect for any season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup lentils
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large pot.
- Add the onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add the lentils, broth, diced tomatoes, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
- Adjust seasoning if needed, and serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
This stew is forgiving and can be adjusted to your taste. Rinse lentils before cooking and feel free to incorporate any available vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 14g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: lentil stew, vegan stew, healthy recipe, comforting meals, plant-based cooking