YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Hearty Spiced Lentil and Vegetable Stew
Enjoy a warm, comforting stew bursting with tender lentils, hearty chickpeas, and a medley of vibrant vegetables simmered in a fragrant blend of spices. This rustic dish delivers a rich, satisfying taste with every spoonful, perfect for fueling your day with wholesome nutrition.
INGREDIENTS
1.5 cups Cooked Green Lentils
0.5 cup Cooked Chickpeas
0.5 cup Diced Tomatoes
0.5 cup Chopped Carrots
0.5 cup Chopped Celery
1 cup Spinach
0.25 cup Diced Yellow Onion
1 clove Minced Garlic
1 tsp Ground Cumin
1 tsp Smoked Paprika
1 Bay Leaf
Salt and Pepper to taste
PREPARATION
Heat a large saucepan over medium heat and add a splash of water or a light drizzle of olive oil if desired for sautéing.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pan and sauté until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
Stir in the chopped carrots and celery, cooking for a few minutes until they begin to soften.
Add the cooked green lentils and chickpeas to the pot along with the diced tomatoes.
Season the mixture with ground cumin, smoked paprika, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
Pour in a cup of water (or low-sodium vegetable broth for extra flavor) and bring the stew to a simmer.
Let the stew simmer for 10-15 minutes so the flavors meld together. In the last 5 minutes, stir in the fresh spinach until just wilted.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed, then remove the bay leaf before serving.
Serve hot and enjoy this hearty, nutritious stew.