Description
Vegan Lentil Mushroom Stew is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings or meal prep. This hearty stew combines earthy lentils and savory mushrooms simmered in a rich vegetable broth, creating a dish that’s both nutritious and satisfying. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, it?s sure to warm your heart and fill your belly. Serve it alongside crusty bread for a complete cozy experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 2 cups sliced mushrooms (cremini or button)
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, with juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and garlic; saut? until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add carrots and mushrooms; cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in lentils, diced tomatoes (with juice), and vegetable broth. Mix well.
- Season with salt, pepper, and optional spices like thyme or bay leaves. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 30?35 minutes until lentils are tender but not mushy.
- Adjust seasoning as needed before serving warm with crusty bread or over rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups (350g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg