Description
Warm up with this delightful Cozy Vegan Lentil Mushroom Stew, perfect for chilly evenings. Combining protein-rich lentils and earthy mushrooms, this nourishing stew is bursting with flavor and heartiness. Packed with vibrant vegetables and aromatic herbs, it’s not just a meal; it’s a comforting experience that brings friends and family together around the table. Enjoy each spoonful of this exquisite dish that nourishes both body and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green lentils
- 2 cups fresh mixed mushrooms (cremini and button)
- 1 cup chopped carrots
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: Finely chop the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Clean and slice the mushrooms into thick pieces.
- Sauté aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add onions and garlic; sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add vegetables: Stir in carrots, celery, and mushrooms; cook for another 5 minutes until mushrooms start to brown.
- Incorporate lentils: Add green lentils, dried thyme, bay leaves, and vegetable broth; bring to a boil.
- Simmer: Reduce heat to low once boiling. Cover partially and simmer for about 30 minutes or until lentils are tender but not mushy.
- Final seasoning: Remove bay leaves before serving. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed with salt and pepper.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg