Lentil Stew with Bell Peppers
Ladies, this Lentil Stew with Bell Peppers is a full-on flavor party in your bowl—colorful, cozy, and totally vegan. It’s hearty, comforting, and makes you feel like you’ve got your life together (even if laundry says otherwise). Lentils bring the richness, bell peppers bring the drama, and together they turn an ordinary stew into edible art. Each spoonful bursts with warmth, sweetness, and spice—like a personality with depth and great lighting. It’s simple, nutritious, and beautiful enough to post before eating. Grab your pot, queen—it’s time to cook something that tastes as fabulous as you.
Lentil Stew with Bell Peppers
A vibrant, hearty Lentil Stew with Bell Peppers packed with earthy lentils, colorful peppers, and aromatic herbs—vegan, wholesome, and bursting with fresh flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups dried brown or green lentils rinsed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion diced
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 2 red bell peppers chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper chopped
- 2 carrots sliced
- 1 ½ cups diced tomatoes fresh or canned
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Juice of ½ lemon optional for brightness
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until soft and golden, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic, carrots, and bell peppers. Stir for 5 minutes until veggies soften and look beautifully colorful.
- Add lentils, tomatoes, broth, thyme, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir like you’re stirring your way to greatness.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for 40–45 minutes until lentils are tender and stew thickens.
- Add lemon juice for freshness and sprinkle parsley for garnish.
- Serve warm with bread, rice, or smug satisfaction in your cooking skills.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 310
- Total Fat: 4.8 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7 g
- Carbohydrates: 47 g
- Fiber: 14 g
- Protein: 17 g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 29%
- Folate: 33%
- Vitamin A: 45%
- Vitamin C: 50%
- Magnesium: 20%
Additional Notes / Tips
- Use mixed bell peppers for color and extra sweetness.
- Add a pinch of chili flakes for a subtle kick.
- Want creaminess? Stir in coconut milk before serving—it’s heavenly.
- Leftovers taste even better the next day—because flavors like to get cozy overnight.
- Pair with warm flatbread or quinoa and bask in your domestic goddess energy.
