Quinoa and Lentil Stew
Quinoa and Lentil Stew is a hearty and nutritious meal that is perfect for a cold day. This recipe is vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free, making it suitable for many dietary preferences. It is a great source of protein, fiber, and complex carbohydrates, making it a well-rounded and satisfying dish.
Allergen Information: Contains None
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
101 kcal
Protein
5 g
Carbs
18 g
Fat
1 g
Fiber
5 g
Ingredients
Quinoa
0.25 cup (60g)
Lentil whole, brown
0.25 cup (60g)
Chopped Onion
0.5 medium cup (80g)
Clove Garlic, Chopped
1 tsp (5g)
Carrot
0.25 cup, chopped (50g)
Celery Stalk (chopped)
2 tbsp (30g)
Red Bell Pepper
0.5 cup, chopped (100g)
Tomato
0.25 cup, chopped (50g)
Cumin Powder
1 tsp (2g)
Smoked Paprika
1 tsp (2g)
Common salt
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Black Pepper
0.5 tsp (1g)
Fresh Parsley (chopped)
2 tbsp (10g)
Plain Water
4 medium cup (1000g)
Instructions
Cooking Steps
In a large pot, combine the quinoa, lentils, onion, garlic, carrot, celery, red bell pepper, diced tomatoes, water, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a lid.
Simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the quinoa and lentils are tender and the stew has thickened.
Adjust the seasonings to taste.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Community Reviews & Results
Kavya Nair
"Decided to cook this yesterday evening, and preparing this Quinoa and Lentil Stew was completely hassle-free. Even my family couldn't tell this was a clean, diet-friendly dish! Giving this five stars for ease of prep and fantastic taste!"
Bhavna Vardhan Sharma
"Decided to cook this yesterday evening, and Quinoa and Lentil Stew fits my dietary needs perfectly without feeling like compromise food. The ingredient ratio is spot on, giving it a rich and authentic taste. Super satisfied with the overall taste and nutritional value."
Gouri Kumari Banerjee
"Making this regularly for dinner, and this Quinoa and Lentil Stew recipe exceeded all my expectations. The texture was amazingly soft, aromatic, and very satisfying. Super satisfied with the overall taste and nutritional value."
Siddharth Kumari Gupta
"Decided to cook this yesterday evening, and this version of Quinoa and Lentil Stew is so much better than restaurant style. It kept me full for hours without causing any heaviness or acidity. A must-try dish on your wellness journey."