Lentil Stew With Butternut Squash

Lentils are a great source of plant-based protein and are often used in vegetarian and vegan dishes for their nutritional benefits.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 65 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Lentil Stew With Butternut Squash

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: International, Vegetarian Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 5 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Winter

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Lentils
• 1 pound Butternut Squash
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 4 cup Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoon Tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoon Fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Rinse the lentils and set aside.
2. Peel and dice the butternut squash, onion, and garlic.
3. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until fragrant.
4. Add the butternut squash, lentils, vegetable broth, tomato paste, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the pot.
5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the lentils and butternut squash are tender.
6. Remove from heat and let it rest for 10 minutes.
7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 60g20%

Sugars 8g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.