Easy Tasty Hearty Lentil Black Bean Stew

Warm up with a bowl of comforting **Easy Tasty Hearty Lentil Black Bean Stew**, a wholesome, nutrient-packed recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Featuring protein-rich lentils and black beans, this one-pot wonder is brimming with tender veggies like carrots, celery, and green bell peppers, all infused with aromatic spices including cumin, smoked paprika, and oregano. Simmered to perfection in a rich tomato and vegetable broth, this vegan stew is satisfyingly thick, flavorful, and ready in under an hour. Garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for a burst of brightness and serve with crusty bread or over rice for a complete meal. Perfect for those seeking a hearty, plant-based dinner option that’s full of fiber, flavor, and comfort!

Nutriscore Rating: 86/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium, diced Yellow onion
• 3 minced Garlic cloves
• 2 medium, diced Carrot
• 2 diced Celery stalk
• 1 medium, diced Green bell pepper
• 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon (or to taste) Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) Black pepper
• 1 cup Dry brown or green lentils
• 1 15 oz can, drained and rinsed Canned black beans
• 1 14 oz can Diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 4 cups Vegetable broth
• 2 Bay leaves
• 0.25 cup (chopped, for garnish) Fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon (optional, for garnish) Lime juice

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Once the oil is hot, add the diced onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrots, celery, and green bell pepper, and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 4

Add the ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir to coat the vegetables with the spices and cook for 1 minute to release the flavors.

Step 5

Add the dry lentils, black beans, diced tomatoes (with their juices), tomato paste, vegetable broth, and bay leaves. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the lentils are tender and the stew has thickened.

Step 7

Remove the bay leaves and adjust seasoning with additional salt and black pepper if needed.

Step 8

Serve the stew hot, garnished with chopped fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2554.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2161.4

Total Fat 43.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6722.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 349.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 96.7g	0%
Total Sugars 48.6g
Protein 117.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 807.2mg	0%
Iron 38.9mg	0%
Potassium 7283.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 17.4%

Protein: 20.7%

Carbs: 61.9%