Lentil Stew with Kale Recipe
Lentil stew with kale is that rare dish that’s healthy, filling, and still feels indulgent enough to trick your taste buds happily.
The earthy lentils bring hearty comfort, while kale swoops in like your overachieving best friend, adding color, texture, and smug nutrition.
It simmers into a cozy bowl that warms your soul faster than fuzzy socks, scented candles, and Netflix combined on a Tuesday night.
Perfect for meal prep or showing off your “I cook vegan and fabulous” persona, this stew guarantees satisfaction without crushing your wallet.
Basically, kale makes this stew extra bougie while lentils keep it real.
Lentil Stew with Kale Recipe
A hearty vegan stew featuring lentils, kale, and aromatic vegetables simmered to create a nutrient-packed, comforting bowl.
Ingredients
- Olive oil – 2 tbsp
- Onion – 1 large diced
- Garlic – 4 cloves minced
- Carrots – 2 medium chopped
- Celery – 2 stalks diced
- Green or brown lentils – 1 ½ cups rinsed
- Vegetable broth – 6 cups
- Crushed tomatoes – 2 cups
- Tomato paste – 2 tbsp
- Bay leaf – 1
- Thyme – 1 tsp dried
- Smoked paprika – 1 tsp
- Kale – 4 cups chopped
- Salt – 1 ½ tsp
- Black pepper – ½ tsp
- Lemon juice – 1 tbsp
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot.
- Sauté onion, garlic, carrots, and celery for 6 minutes.
- Stir in tomato paste, thyme, and paprika.
- Add lentils, broth, tomatoes, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to boil, reduce heat, simmer 35 minutes.
- Stir in kale, cook 5 minutes until tender.
- Finish with lemon juice and serve hot.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 310
- Total Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 15 g
- Protein: 17 g
Vitamins & Minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin A: 65%
- Vitamin C: 40%
- Iron: 28%
- Folate: 35%
- Magnesium: 22%
Additional Notes
- Swap kale for spinach if you want a milder green.
- A pinch of chili flakes adds subtle heat.
- Even tastier the next day after flavors deepen.
