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One‑Pot Vegetable & Lentil Stew

One-Pot Vegetable & Lentil Stew: Comfort in Every Spoonful

One-Pot Vegetable & Lentil Stew is a nourishing and hearty dish perfect for cold days, combining vibrant vegetables and lentils for ultimate comfort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 4 cups mixed vegetables seasonal or frozen blends
  • 1 cup lentils green or brown for best texture
  • 4 cups vegetable stock low-sodium preferred
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme or dried herbs to taste
For Serving
  • 4 slices crusty bread whole grain for extra nutrition
  • fresh parsley optional topping
  • yogurt optional topping

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash and chop mixed vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion and minced garlic until fragrant.
  3. Add rinsed lentils to the pot and cook for 2 minutes.
  4. Stir in prepared mixed vegetables and cook for 5 minutes until softened.
  5. Pour in vegetable stock and bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer for 10 minutes.
  6. Season with thyme, salt, and pepper. Cover and simmer for 25 minutes.
  7. Check consistency and adjust with more stock or water if necessary.
  8. Ladle stew into bowls and serve with crusty bread and optional toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 350mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 12gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 4mg

Notes

This hearty stew is perfect for busy weeknights and can be customized with your favorite seasonal vegetables or proteins.

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