Mixed Lentil Stew Recipes

LENTIL STEW

This hearty stew is a favorite with our family, along with a basket of homemade breadsticks. Since lentils don't require the long soaking time that dried beans do, you can begin making this dish just an hour before supper-not the night before!-Carol Wolfer, Lebanon, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Lentil Stew image

Steps:

In a large saucepan, bring the lentils, water and bouillon to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes. , Stir in the remaining ingredients. Return to a boil; reduce heat and simmer 20-30 minutes longer or until lentils and vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 628mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 11g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

Ingredients

1 cup dried lentils, rinsed
2-1/2 cups water
2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
1/2 pound ground beef, cooked and drained
2 medium carrots, sliced
2 cups tomato juice
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced

VEGETABLE LENTIL STEW

This delicious stew is nothing but good for you! The chunky mixture, seasoned with chili powder and cumin, is chock-full of hearty beans, lentils and other veggies. Steaming bowls of it make a warm and satisfying supper. -Vi Toews, Bluffton, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 13 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

Vegetable Lentil Stew image

Steps:

In a Dutch oven, combine the first 15 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 35-40 minutes or until lentils and vegetables are tender. , Stir in spinach; heat through. Combine topping ingredients; dollop about 1 tablespoon on each serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 392mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 12g fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Ingredients

4 cups reduced-sodium V8 or tomato juice
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Italian stewed tomatoes
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
2 medium carrots, thinly sliced
2 medium potatoes, cubed
1 large onion, chopped
1 green pepper, chopped
1 sweet red pepper, chopped
1 cup dried lentils, rinsed
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed
TOPPING:
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/2 cup reduced-fat plain yogurt
2 tablespoons minced chives

BEEF AND LENTIL STEW

My mum is German and she would make this filling stew during the winter. We all loved it, so I thought I'd share!

Provided by Anonymous

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Beef

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

Beef and Lentil Stew image

Steps:

Pour flour into a shallow bowl and dust steak with flour. Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat and sear beef on all sides until browned, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Add carrots, onion, celery, and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add more oil if necessary.
Add tomatoes with juice, lentils, beef broth, rosemary, and browned beef pieces to the skillet and stir well. Reduce heat, cover pot halfway with a lid, and simmer for 40 minutes.
Add potatoes to the skillet. Simmer until lentils and potatoes are soft, about 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.3 calories, Carbohydrate 30.8 g, Cholesterol 12.6 mg, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 10.2 g, Protein 16.5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 675.3 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

Ingredients

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 pound flank steak, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 tablespoons oil, or more as needed
4 carrots, chopped
1 onion, diced
1 stalk celery, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 cup dry lentils
4 cups beef broth
2 teaspoons dried rosemary
11 ounces baby potatoes with skin
1 pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

HEARTY RED LENTIL STEW

This hearty red lentil stew is the first recipe I made with my new healthy diet. It was a hit! This is gluten free, and if you remove the white potatoes it can also be nightshade free.

Provided by Cassie

Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes Vegetarian Soups and Stews Stew

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

Hearty Red Lentil Stew image

Steps:

Bring 3 cups water, onions, garlic, and 2 bouillon cubes to a boil in a large pot. Add lentils, squash, carrots, white potatoes, and sweet potatoes. If the majority of food is not covered in water, add more water and the corresponding amount of bouillon. Bring to a boil.
Lower heat and simmer until potatoes are soft, about 20 minutes. Add celery and simmer for 5 minutes. Add watercress, peas, dill, and soy sauce. Mash some of the potatoes and cook until heated through, 3 to 5 minutes

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359 calories, Carbohydrate 73.6 g, Fat 1.3 g, Fiber 14.3 g, Protein 17.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 280.4 mg, Sugar 10.6 g

Ingredients

3 cups water, or to taste
2 medium onions, peeled and finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, crushed
2 cubes vegetable bouillon, or more to taste
½ pound red lentils, rinsed and drained
½ medium butternut squash - peeled, seeded, and chopped
4 medium carrots, chopped
4 small white potatoes, peeled and chopped
1 medium sweet potato, peeled and chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
¼ pound watercress
¾ cup frozen peas, thawed
¼ cup chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon gluten-free soy sauce (tamari)