Heart-Healthy Hearty Lentil Stew with Vegetables

Packed with protein, fiber, and vibrant flavors, this Heart-Healthy Hearty Lentil Stew with Vegetables is the perfect wholesome comfort food for any occasion. Brimming with nutrient-rich ingredients like lentils, sweet potato, spinach, and a medley of fresh vegetables, this one-pot wonder is spiced with warm, aromatic cumin, coriander, and turmeric. Simmered in a low-sodium vegetable broth and finished with a splash of zesty lemon juice, this stew balances hearty satisfaction with a light, fresh finish. Ideal for a nutritious lunch or dinner, this easy-to-make recipe is low in fat, vegan-friendly, and makes a generous six servings—perfect for meal prep. Serve it with crusty whole-grain bread or enjoy it on its own for a heart-healthy, soul-soothing bowl of goodness!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion
• 4 garlic cloves
• 2 large carrots
• 2 celery stalks
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1 small sweet potato
• 1.5 cups brown or green lentils
• 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
• 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes (with juices)
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups spinach leaves
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Dice the onion, mince the garlic, and slice the carrots and celery.

Step 3

Add the onion to the pot and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until soft and translucent.

Step 4

Add the garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the chopped carrots, celery, diced red bell pepper, and peeled, cubed sweet potato to the pot.

Step 6

Stir occasionally, cooking for about 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 7

Rinse the lentils thoroughly under cold water and add them to the pot.

Step 8

Pour in the vegetable broth and diced tomatoes with their juices.

Step 9

Stir in the bay leaf, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and black pepper.

Step 10

Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 11

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the lentils and vegetables are tender.

Step 12

Remove the bay leaf and stir in the spinach. Cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted.

Step 13

Stir in the lemon juice and season with salt to taste.

Step 14

Ladle the stew into bowls and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2534.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1038.0

Total Fat 31.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3563.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 155.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.0g	0%
Total Sugars 38.1g
Protein 37.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 407.7mg	0%
Iron 17.7mg	0%
Potassium 4482.7mg	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: 27.0%

Protein: 14.2%

Carbs: 58.8%