Savory Vegetable and Lentil Stew

This Savory Vegetable and Lentil Stew is a hearty and nutritious dish, perfect for a cozy dinner. Packed with vibrant vegetables and protein-rich lentils, it's both satisfying and healthy.

Ingredients

• Green lentils - 100 grams
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery stalk - 1, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1, diced
• Zucchini - 1 small, diced
• Onion - 1 medium, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Dried thyme - 1 teaspoon
• Ground cumin - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Bay leaf - 1
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. Rinse the lentils under cold water and set aside.
2. In a medium pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent.
3. Add the minced garlic, diced carrot, and diced celery, and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Stir in the diced red bell pepper and zucchini, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes.
5. Add the rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, dried thyme, ground cumin, salt, black pepper, and bay leaf into the pot. Bring to a boil.
6. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let it simmer for about 25-30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
7. Remove the bay leaf, adjust seasoning if necessary, and serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 20 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein and fiber, promoting satiety and digestive health.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables.

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