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Spicy Lentil Vegetable Stew

A hearty and spicy vegan stew packed with lentils and vegetables.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Vegan
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup lentils
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 cup spinach, chopped

Instructions 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Sauté until softened.
  3. Stir in cumin, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
  4. Add lentils, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer for 30-35 minutes, until lentils are tender.
  6. Stir in spinach and cook for another 5 minutes.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove bay leaf before serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 15g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 3000IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 4mg

Keywords

Lentils, Stew, Vegetable
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