Lentil Stew With Pumpkin or Sweet Potatoes
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.
Lentil Stew With Pumpkin or Sweet Potatoes
Ingredients
Instructions
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Rinse the lentils and set aside. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic cloves. Sauté until onion becomes translucent. Add lentils, vegetable broth, tomato paste, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, or until lentils are tender. Meanwhile, peel and dice the pumpkin or sweet potatoes. Add them to the pot and continue simmering for another 10 minutes, or until the pumpkin or sweet potatoes are cooked through. Remove from heat and let the stew rest for 10 minutes. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 5g8%
- Total Carbohydrate 65g22%
- Sugars 8g
- Protein 12g24%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
