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Southwest Potato and Lentil Stew

Southwest Potato and Lentil Stew prepared dish

This hearty southwest potato and lentil stew is a comforting dish packed with nutritious ingredients. The combination of tender potatoes, protein-rich lentils, and vibrant spices creates a satisfying meal perfect for any occasion. Serve it warm for a delightful experience!

This recipe is american style, dinner, scaled for 6 servings, with 15 min prep and 30 min cook.

Prep: 15 min · Cook: 30 min · Total: 45 min · Serves: 6

Quick cooking notes

  • Core ingredients include olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder.
  • Follow all 6 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
  • Ingredient quantities listed below are for 6 servings.

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 0.5 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • 1 medium onion (chopped)
  • 2 stalks celery (diced)
  • 2 medium carrots (diced)
  • 1 cup red lentils
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 can canned diced tomatoes (14 oz)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 4 medium potatoes (diced)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
  3. Stir in the diced carrots and celery, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
  4. Add the diced potatoes, red lentils, vegetable broth, canned diced tomatoes, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to the pot.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 25 minutes, or until the lentils and potatoes are tender.
  6. Stir in the chopped cilantro just before serving.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 220
  • Protein: 8 g
  • Fat: 6 g
  • Carbohydrates: 38 g
  • Fiber: 8 g
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 400 mg

Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.

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