Red Lentil Stew with Root Vegetables

This savory, completely plant-based (vegan), gluten-free Red Lentil Stew with Root Vegetables is a bright, sunny shade of orange—the perfect way to cheer up the cloudiest of days. Its hearty flavor and texture makes it ideal to pair with a simple salad or sandwich half. Best of all, you can whip it up with a few key pantry staples (lentils, canned tomatoes, spices) and root vegetables and get it on the table in about 45 minutes! Try cooking it in an Instant Pot or Slow Cooker to make it even more convenient.

Red Lentil Stew with Root Vegetables

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(27 votes, average: 3.81 out of 5)
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3.8 from 27 reviews

• Author: The Plant-Powered Dietitian
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Yield: 8 servings 1x
• Diet: Vegan

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Description

This red lentil stew is reminiscent of the flavors of dal—packed with potatoes, turnips, carrots, red lentils, and flavorful herbs and spices, you can get this dish on the table in 45 minutes with a few pantry ingredients.

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Ingredients

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• 6 cups water
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, with juice
• 1 cube vegetable bouillon (gluten-free)
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 2 medium carrots, chopped
• 4 small turnips, chopped
• 2 small red potatoes, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups red lentils, dried
• 1 ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 ½ teaspoons turmeric
• 1 teaspoon cumin

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Instructions

1. Place water and tomatoes in a large pot and bring to a simmer.
2. Add vegetable bullion cube, onion, celery, carrots, turnips, garlic, red lentils, smoked paprika, turmeric, and cumin. Stir well, cover, and cook over medium heat for about 30 minutes, until vegetables are just tender.
3. May need to add additional water to replace water lost to evaporation. Should make a thick, hearty stew.
4. Makes 8 servings (1 1/4 cups each).

Notes

Instant Pot Directions: Place all ingredients in the container of the InstantPot. Press “Bean/Chili” setting. Cook according to manufacturer’s directions. Serve immediately.

Slow Cooker Directions: Place all ingredients in the container of the Slow Cooker. Cook on high for 4-6 hours or on low for 8-12 hours. Cook according to manufacturer’s directions. Serve immediately.

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Category: Soup
• Cuisine: American

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 cup
• Calories: 150
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 103 mg
• Fat: 1 g
• Saturated Fat: 0 g
• Carbohydrates: 31 g
• Fiber: 9 g
• Protein: 8 g

For other plant-based soup recipes, try the following:

Curried Leek Vegetable Soup
Carnival Squash Soup with Fresh Turmeric
Classic Tomato Soup

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