Lentil Vegetable Stew

Cozy up with a bowl of hearty Lentil Vegetable Stew, a nourishing one-pot recipe packed with wholesome ingredients and vibrant flavors. This plant-based stew combines tender lentils, earthy carrots, celery, and potatoes, all simmered in a fragrant blend of cumin, smoked paprika, and thyme. Finished with a handful of leafy greens and an optional splash of lemon juice for brightness, this nutrient-rich dish is as satisfying as it is simple to prepare. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a simmering aroma that fills your kitchen, it’s the perfect choice for a comforting weeknight meal. Serve it with crusty bread or over rice for a complete, soul-warming experience. Perfect for vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free diets, this lentil stew is a true crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 cup green or brown lentils, rinsed
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 15-ounce can canned diced tomatoes (with juices)
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups spinach or kale, roughly chopped
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, carrots, and celery, and cook for another 5 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Add the diced potatoes, lentils, vegetable broth, and canned tomatoes with their juices to the pot.

Step 5

Stir in the bay leaf, cumin, smoked paprika, thyme, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until the lentils and vegetables are tender.

Step 7

Remove the bay leaf and stir in the chopped spinach or kale. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the greens are wilted.

Step 8

Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Optional: Stir in lemon juice for a bright finish.

Step 9

Serve hot with crusty bread or over rice, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2874.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1589.0

Total Fat 43.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6638.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 259.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 53.3g	0%
Total Sugars 55.4g
Protein 57.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 535.1mg	0%
Iron 21.4mg	0%
Potassium 6873.5mg	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: 23.5%

Protein: 13.9%

Carbs: 62.6%