Lentil Stew with Smoked Paprika Recipe
A smoky, hearty vegan stew made with lentils, paprika, and vegetables.
Ingredients
- Olive oil – 2 tbsp
- Onion – 1 large diced
- Garlic – 4 cloves minced
- Carrots – 2 diced
- Celery – 2 stalks diced
- Green or brown lentils – 1 cup rinsed
- Smoked paprika – 2 tsp
- Ground cumin – 1 tsp
- Tomatoes – 1 ½ cups chopped
- Vegetable broth – 6 cups
- Bay leaf – 1
- Salt – 1 ½ tsp
- Black pepper – ½ tsp
- Fresh parsley – ¼ cup chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pot.
- Sauté onion, garlic, carrots, and celery for 8 minutes.
- Stir in smoked paprika and cumin; cook 1 minute.
- Add lentils, tomatoes, broth, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 35–40 minutes.
- Remove bay leaf and adjust seasoning.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 295
- Total Fat: 7.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 47 g
- Fiber: 15 g
- Protein: 12 g
Vitamins & Minerals (per serving)
- Folate: 38%
- Iron: 27%
- Vitamin A: 40%
- Vitamin C: 22%
- Magnesium: 24%
Additional Notes
- Add chili flakes if you want extra heat.
- Serve with rice or bread for a filling meal.
- A squeeze of lemon adds brightness.