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This Smoky Red Lentil Stew is a flavorful, healthy, simple dish that comes together quickly. Lentils are a good source of protein and fiber, and they can easily soak up a variety of seasonings. The smoked paprika gives this stew just the right kick, but be sure to adjust the amount of paprika if you have a very spicy version.
Garnish this stew with chopped cilantro, scallions, and/or a dollop of plain Greek yogurt. If you have leftovers, freeze them in single-serve portions for a busy evening.
Smoky Red Lentil Stew
Ingredients
- 1 tbs. olive oil
- 1 small onion chopped
- 2 carrots chopped
- 3 celery stalks chopped
- 1 tsp. smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp. sea salt
- 1/4 tsp. cumin
- 4 cups broth
- 1 1/2 cups dried red lentils
Instructions
- In a soup pot, sauté the onion in the olive oil over medium-low heat for 5 minutes, or until tender.
- Add the carrots and celery to the pot, and saute until all the vegetables are tender.
- Add the seasonings and cook for another minute, stirring constantly.
- Add the broth and the lentils.
- Bring to a boil and then lower the heat to simmer for 10 to 15 minutes. The stew is done when the lentils are tender.
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Smoky Red Lentil Stew Price Breakdown
This recipe costs a total of $3.74 to make, or $.62 per serving. Smoky Red Lentil Stew is a delicious meal that supplies a healthy dose of protein and flavor.
Casey says
I found this recipe in the fall last year and it has been on our menu most weeks since then. It’s delicious and comes together quick and easily. I often double it for plenty of leftovers.
My daughter(3) and I enjoy it with a dollop of plain whole milk yogurt and my husband and I add smokey chipotle pepper flakes. It’s dreamy!!
Thank you for the inspiration
Annemarie says
Thanks so much for letting me know, Casey! I love hearing your variations. They sound delicious.
rogene says
That looks so good! We love lentils!
Real Food, Real Deals says
Thanks!
Desiree says
I love lentils and am always looking for new recipes! Thanks. My favorite thing to make with red lentils is dahl. It was the only thing when I was nauseous and pregnant that sounded good to me, must have been the ginger in it.
Real Food, Real Deals says
Thanks for visiting! Lentils are such a comfort food for me. I think it’s my body’s way of saying this is a great thing to be eating.
denlyn3 says
I am new to lentils and love them. This recipe looks great.
thefoodery says
Sounds delicious, simple and you can’t beat 60 cents!!! I have yellow lentils but will get some red ones on my next grocery trip, thanks for the recipe!
Real Food, Real Deals says
This would work with yellow lentils too, but I like that the red ones are a bit more delicate. Enjoy!
Stephanie says
We must have been thinking the same thing today!
Real Food, Real Deals says
I noticed! I’m looking forward to my lentils for dinner, but now you’re making me wish I had thrown in some sausage.
frugalfeeding says
I adore red lentils and this sounds delicious.
Real Food, Real Deals says
It is delicious. So delicious, in fact, that I burned my tongue taking a taste out of the pot even though I knew it would be too hot.
Real Food, Real Deals says
It’s too easy not to try it!
lightlycrunchy says
Sounds so easy. I don’t cook lentils very often – but this I could do. Thanks.