Lentil Stew with Fresh Thyme Recipe
A comforting vegan stew featuring lentils, carrots, celery, and fresh thyme, simmered until rich, aromatic, and absolutely spoon-worthy.
Ingredients
- Olive oil – 2 tbsp
- Onion – 1 large diced
- Garlic – 4 cloves minced
- Carrots – 2 medium chopped
- Celery – 2 stalks chopped
- Green lentils – 1 cup rinsed
- Tomatoes – 2 cups chopped
- Vegetable broth – 6 cups
- Fresh thyme – 2 tbsp leaves
- Bay leaf – 1
- Salt – 1 ½ tsp
- Black pepper – ½ tsp
- Fresh parsley – ¼ cup chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery; sauté 6 minutes.
- Stir in thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
- Add lentils, tomatoes, and vegetable broth; stir.
- Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 40 minutes.
- Remove bay leaf, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 305
- Total Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 13 g
- Protein: 15 g
Vitamins & Minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin A: 39%
- Vitamin C: 34%
- Iron: 29%
- Folate: 36%
- Potassium: 26%
Additional Notes
- For a richer flavor, add a splash of balsamic vinegar before serving.
- Great with garlic bread or served over quinoa.
- Leftovers taste even better the next day, like all dramatic soups and stews.