Description
Garlic & Lentil Winter Stew is the ultimate cozy dish for cold evenings. This hearty stew combines nutrient-rich lentils, aromatic garlic, and colorful vegetables simmered to perfection with warming spices. Bursting with flavor and comfort, it?s ideal for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, providing a satisfying meal that nourishes both body and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Saut? onions, carrots, and celery until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and saut? for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Stir in rinsed lentils along with cumin and bay leaves; mix well.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
- Remove bay leaves before serving. Enjoy hot with crusty bread or over rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 16g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg