Savory Lentil and Carrot Stew with Fresh Parsley

Ingredients

- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 large carrots, peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 cup green lentils, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, with juice
- 4 cups water
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped, plus extra for garnish

Instructions

1. Prepare Ingredients:
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients. Rinse and drain the green lentils. Peel and slice the carrots into 1/4-inch rounds. Chop the fresh parsley and set aside.

2. Heat Oil:
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.

3. Sauté Carrots:
- Add the sliced carrots to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5–7 minutes until they start to soften and caramelize.

4. Season and Add Lentils:
- Sprinkle the kosher salt, ground black pepper, and ground cumin over the carrots. Stir to coat them evenly with the spices.
- Add the green lentils to the pot and stir for about 1 minute to combine.

5. Incorporate Tomatoes and Water:
- Pour in the can of diced tomatoes and their juice. Stir well to combine with the carrots and lentils.
- Add the water, and bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.

6. Simmer the Stew:
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot partially with a lid. Allow the stew to simmer gently for about 30–35 minutes, or until the lentils are tender and the stew has thickened.

7. Add Fresh Parsley:
- Stir in the chopped fresh parsley and let the stew cook for an additional 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

8. Final Seasoning and Serve:
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Ladle the stew into bowls, garnish with additional chopped parsley, and serve hot.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT10M
10 minutes
- Cooking Time: PT40M
40 minutes

Total Time

- PT50M
50 minutes

Type of Dish

- Lunch

Keywords

- Lentil stew
- Carrot stew
- Vegan lunch
- Healthy stew
- Stove-top recipe
- Easy lunch
- Parsley garnish
- Plant-based meal
- One-pot dish
- Gluten-free stew

Recipe Yield

- Feeds 4 adults

Calories

- 800 total calories

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