Spiced Lentil and Sweet Potato Stew with Kale
A warming and deeply nourishing vegan stew, packed with plant-based protein from lentils, complex carbohydrates from sweet potato, and vibrant greens. This one-pot meal is richly spiced with cumin, coriander, and turmeric for a comforting and aromatic flavor.
1059 calories
$4 per serving
$35 min
2 servings
vegan, any cuisine
Ingredients
- 150g brown or green lentils, rinsed
- 1 large sweet potato (approx. 400g), peeled and cubed
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 100g kale, stems removed and leaves chopped
- 15ml olive oil
- 750ml vegetable broth
- 5g ground cumin
- 5g ground coriander
- 2g turmeric powder
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1.Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened and translucent.
- 2.Add the minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, and turmeric. Cook for 1 minute more until fragrant, stirring constantly.
- 3.Stir in the cubed sweet potato, rinsed lentils, and vegetable broth. Season with salt and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- 4.Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the lentils and sweet potatoes are tender.
- 5.Stir in the chopped kale and cook for another 3-5 minutes until the leaves have wilted.
- 6.Remove from the heat and stir in the fresh lemon juice. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed before serving.
Nutrition Information
17g
fat
174g
carbs
40g
fiber
45g
protein
Why this recipe
This recipe is exceptionally healthy, offering high-quality plant protein and fiber from lentils for muscle repair and sustained energy. Sweet potatoes provide beta-carotene and complex carbs, while kale delivers essential vitamins K and C, creating a balanced meal.
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