Description
Warm your soul with this Hearty Lentil Stew & Creamy Mashed Potato Bowl, a comforting dish perfect for any occasion. This delightful bowl features tender lentils and vibrant vegetables simmered in a savory broth, served over fluffy, creamy mashed potatoes. Ideal for family dinners or cozy gatherings, this recipe promises to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Dive into each bite of this nutritious powerhouse that combines rich flavors and heartwarming nostalgia.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 14 oz can diced tomatoes (fire-roasted preferred)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 bay leaves
- 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 4 tbsp butter or olive oil
- ½ cup milk or cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop carrots, celery, onion, and garlic into small pieces.
- Sauté onions and garlic in olive oil over medium heat until translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Add lentils, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth; bring to a boil then reduce to simmer for 30-35 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Stir in chopped carrots and celery; season with cumin, paprika, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Simmer for another 15-20 minutes.
- Boil peeled potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (15-20 minutes), drain and mash with butter and milk until creamy.
- Serve the hearty lentil stew over mashed potatoes; garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 80g
- Fiber: 24g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 20mg