Hearty Moroccan Lentil & Sweet Potato Stew
A warming and nutrient-dense stew, packed with plant-based goodness. The sweet and savory Moroccan-inspired spices make this a comforting and delicious meal, perfect for a healthy pregnancy.

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1650 calories
$3 per serving
$40 min
4 servings
pregnancy-friendly, any cuisine
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 600g sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2cm cubes
- 200g brown or green lentils, rinsed
- 400g can chopped tomatoes
- 1 liter low-sodium vegetable broth
- 200g fresh spinach
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 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, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and smoked paprika. Stir continuously and cook for 1 minute until the spices are fragrant.
- 3.Add the cubed sweet potatoes, rinsed lentils, chopped tomatoes, and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir everything to combine.
- 4.Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the lentils are soft and the sweet potatoes are tender.
- 5.Stir in the fresh spinach and cook for another 2-3 minutes until it has wilted into the stew.
- 6.Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper to your preference. Serve warm.
Nutrition Information
28g
fat
280g
carbs
60g
fiber
68g
protein
Why this recipe
This nutritious stew is ideal for pregnancy, packed with folate and iron from lentils and spinach to support baby's development. Sweet potatoes provide essential Vitamin A and fiber, creating a perfectly balanced and energizing plant-based meal.