Description
A heartwarming Vegan Lentil Mushroom Stew that’s hearty, nutritious, and perfect for cozy evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup lentils (green or brown)
- 1 cup mushrooms, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14 ounces)
- 2 teaspoons thyme
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add the diced onion, minced garlic, sliced carrots, and chopped celery. Sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the chopped mushrooms, lentils, thyme, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the mushrooms start to soften.
- Add the can of diced tomatoes and the vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce the heat to a simmer and cover the pot. Let it simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Notes
Fresh, high-quality ingredients will elevate this dish. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 7 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: vegan, stew, lentils, mushrooms, healthy, comfort food, meal prep
