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Little Sprout Green Lentil Stew

Delicious Little Sprout Green Lentil Stew for Cozy Nights

A comforting and nutritious Little Sprout Green Lentil Stew perfect for cozy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 1 cup Green Lentils Rinse thoroughly before cooking.
  • 2 medium Carrots Diced.
  • 2 medium Potatoes Cubed (or use sweet potatoes).
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 stalk Celery Diced (optional).
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth Natural and additive-free recommended.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Use fresh for more flavor if available.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Optional.
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf Remove before serving.
Optional Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Optional for depth.
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Add just before serving.
For Serving
  • 1 handful Baby Spinach or Microgreens Optional for added nutrition.

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced celery. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  2. Introduce diced carrots and cubed potatoes to the pot. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Stir in rinsed green lentils, vegetable broth, water, dried thyme, dried oregano, bay leaf, and optional ground cumin. Bring to a gentle boil.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 30-35 minutes until lentils and vegetables are tender.
  5. Remove bay leaf and stir in baby spinach or microgreens. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until greens are wilted.
  6. Add a splash of lemon juice and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving.
  7. Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh herbs if available. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 15gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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