Spiced Lentil and Sweet Potato Stew
A warming, aromatic, and deeply satisfying one-pot stew, perfect for a budget-friendly weeknight meal. It's packed with plant-based goodness and comforting spices.
1610 calories
$2 per serving
$40 min
4 servings
budget-friendly, any cuisine
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 600g sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 200g brown or green lentils, rinsed
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 400g canned chopped tomatoes
- 1 liter vegetable broth
- 100g fresh spinach
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Salt and 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 sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and translucent.
- 2.Add the minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, and turmeric. Cook for 1 minute more, stirring constantly until fragrant.
- 3.Add the cubed sweet potatoes to the pot and stir to coat them in the spices. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 4.Pour in the rinsed lentils, canned chopped tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Season with salt and pepper, stir everything together, and bring to a boil.
- 5.Once boiling, reduce the heat to a low simmer, cover the pot, and cook for 25-30 minutes, or until the lentils and sweet potatoes are tender.
- 6.Stir in the fresh spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until it has wilted. Remove from heat and stir in the fresh lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.
Nutrition Information
30g
fat
245g
carbs
52g
fiber
60g
protein
Why this recipe
This hearty stew is a powerhouse of plant-based nutrition. Lentils provide excellent protein and fiber for digestive health, while sweet potatoes offer complex carbs for sustained energy and are rich in Vitamin A, supporting immune function and vision.