Delicious VEGAN Lentil Stew

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade stock can reduce sodium and enhance flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is heart-healthy and has a high smoke point.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: none

White pepper provides a milder flavor.

smoked paprika

🥗Healthier: regular paprika

💰Cheaper: none

Regular paprika is more accessible and less expensive.

Rinse lentils under cold water and set aside.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Add rinsed lentils, diced potatoes, vegetable broth, bay leaves, thyme, and smoked paprika.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 30-40 minutes until lentils are tender.

Remove bay leaves and stir in lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to taste.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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