Red Lentil and Swiss Chard Stew
Warm up with a bowl of hearty and wholesome Red Lentil and Swiss Chard Stew, a nutrient-packed dish bursting with vibrant flavors and cozy spices. This easy, one-pot recipe combines tender red lentils, earthy Swiss chard, and a medley of aromatic vegetables like onions, carrots, and celery. Infused with warming spices like cumin, coriander, and paprika, and brightened by a splash of fresh lemon juice, this stew strikes the perfect balance between comforting and refreshing. Ready in just 45 minutes, this high-protein, vegetarian stew is ideal for feeding a crowd or meal prepping for the week. Serve it piping hot and garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for an enticing, plant-based meal that's as nutritious as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 1 medium celery stalk, diced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup red lentils, rinsed and drained
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes with juices
- 1 bunch Swiss chard, stems removed and leaves chopped
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrot, and diced celery, and cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the ground cumin, ground coriander, and paprika, stirring to coat the vegetables in the spices. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the rinsed red lentils, vegetable broth, and diced tomatoes (with their juices). Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the stew simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the lentils are tender and the stew has thickened.
Stir in the chopped Swiss chard and cook for 3-5 minutes, until the leaves are wilted and tender.
Season the stew with sea salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy your comforting Red Lentil and Swiss Chard Stew!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1106 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.4 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 6210 mg | 270% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 157.3 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 45.4 g | 162% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.2 g | ||
| Protein | 46.1 g | 92% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 501 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 19.6 mg | 109% | |
| Potassium | 4980 mg | 106% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
