A hearty vegan lentil stew, packed with plant protein and a medley of vegetables, herbs and spices. A nourishing hot stew to warm the soul.

This healthy plant-based lentil stew uses red lentils which are terrific for stews. Red lentils breakdown while cooking to give the stew a creamy, hearty texture. There’s no need to add any cream or coconut milk and yet you’ll have an unbelievably rich stew.

Lentils are incredibly nutritious

Rich source of protein and fiber. Just 1/4 cup has 12g of protein and 7g of fiber!
Packed with B vitamins, magnesium, zinc and potassium and almost no fat.
Source of iron

The medley of herbs and spices in this recipe are really what makes the stew shine. Thyme and bay leaves give it a warm , herbal aroma. While cumin gives it a deep earthy flavour and cayenne pepper for a bit of a spicy kick.

What you need to make this vegan lentil stew

Garlic and onion
Carrot, celery, potatoes
Red lentils
Spices: cumin and cayenne pepper
Herbs: thyme and bay leaves
Can of crushed tomatoes
Vegetable stock

Serve with a side salad and some crusty bread for a comforting lunch or dinner.

For more recipes with lentils, try this spaghetti bolognese with lentils.

Vegan Lentil Stew

A hearty vegan lentil stew, packed with plant protein and a medley of vegetables, herbs and spices. A nourishing hot stew to warm the soul on a cold day.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Course Main Course, Side Dish, Soup

Servings 4

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
Half an onion diced
2 carrots diced
2 stalks celery diced
3 cloves of garlic minced
3/4 cup red lentils
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 sprig of thyme
2 bay leaves
1 can 450ml crushed tomatoes
3 cups vegetable stock
1 potato diced
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
Add carrots, celery and garlic and sauté for another 2-3 minutes.
Add lentils, cumin, cayenne pepper, thyme, bay leaves, crushed tomatoes and vegetable stock. Bring to a boil and simmer for 5 mins.
Add the potatoes. Simmer for around 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are soft.
Taste and adjust the seasoning to your liking eg. More salt, pepper, cumin or cayenne pepper.

Keyword vegan lentil soup