Mediterranean Lentil Stew: 5 Reasons to Fall in Love
A hearty Mediterranean lentil stew packed with flavor and nutrients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup lentils
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14 oz)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse lentils under cold water.
- Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
- Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until softened.
- Add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in lentils, tomatoes, broth, cumin, and paprika.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier stew, add red pepper flakes.
- Serve with crusty bread.
- This stew freezes well.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg