4.19 from 38 votes

Lentil Stew

By: Julia Pacheco
This lentil stew is hearty, wholesome, and loaded with veggies and plant-based protein for a cozy one-pot meal.
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 30 minutes
Total: 40 minutes
Servings: 5 servings
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Ingredients 

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ⅓ cup onion, , diced
  • 3 large carrots,, diced
  • 1 ½ cups dry lentils
  • 1/2-1 cup diced small russet potato
  • 3 oz tomato paste
  • 2 chicken bouillon cubes
  • 7 cups water
  • ½ tbsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup fresh spinach, , chopped
  • Optional: fresh Parmesan cheese for the end

Instructions 

  • Look through remove any imperfect lentils, rinse the lentils in cold water using a mesh strainer. Set to the side.
  • To a large pot on the stove over medium heat, add in the olive oil, once hot add in the carrots and onion let cook for 3-4 minutes. Now add in the remaining ingredients except for the fresh spinach. Stir well. Bring up to a boil then turn the heat to low and let simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the lentils are tender.
  • Once tender stir in the fresh spinach let it cook for 1-2 minutes. Optional: top with fresh Parmesan cheese. Enjoy.

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Nutrition

Calories: 287kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 0.2mg | Sodium: 1271mg | Potassium: 999mg | Fiber: 20g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 8071IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 87mg | Iron: 6mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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About Julia Pacheco

Hello, I’m Julia Pacheco, and I’m so glad you’re here! I’m a published cookbook author with a passion for creating delicious, budget-friendly meals. My blog focuses on recipes that are accessible and enjoyable, because I truly believe in the power of food to heal, inspire, and bring people together. From early lessons in the kitchen with my mom to navigating life on WIC and food stamps, I’ve learned the value of making every meal count. Cooking has been my creative outlet, a way to connect with others, and it even helped me land my dream job.

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1 Comment

  1. Bonnie Johansen says:

    4 stars

    This one was just ok for me I like the other lentil soup you have better

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