A hearty and healthy stew packed with black lentils and vegetables.
Ingredients
- 1 cup black lentils rinsed and drained
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 carrots diced
- 2 stalks celery diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 1/2 tsp thyme dried
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 2 cups chopped vegetables bell peppers, and spinach), such as zucchini
- Salt and pepper to taste
- cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery and cook until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the garlic, cumin, paprika, turmeric, and dried thyme. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the black lentils, vegetable broth, and diced tomatoes to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Add the chopped vegetables and simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes, until all the vegetables are tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Nutrition
Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 16gFat: 7gFiber: 12g