How to Make Lentil and Kale Stew - A Step-by-Step Guide

When the weather turns chilly and the days get shorter, there's nothing quite like a hearty stew to warm you up from the inside out. And if you're looking for a nutritious and satisfying meal that's both delicious and easy to make, then look no further than this Lentil and Kale Stew recipe.

Packed full of protein, fiber, and vitamins, lentils and kale are the perfect base for a nourishing and comforting stew. Whether you're a vegetarian, vegan, or simply looking to incorporate more pl...

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Ingredients

  • 6 leaves lacinato kale
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ½ onion, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup black lentils
  • 1 cup red lentils
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 ½ tablespoons ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ½ lemon

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Cut stems off the kale and mince. Chop leaves into pinky finger-sized strips.
  • Heat olive oil in a soup pot over medium heat. Saute onion until soft and starting to brown, 5 to 10 minutes. Grind fresh salt and pepper over the onion. Add black and red lentils; toss with onion to coat.
  • Stir in vegetable broth, cumin, and cayenne. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and add kale stems and leaves. Simmer until lentils are tender and broth is largely absorbed, about 20 minutes. Squeeze in lemon juice. Sample stew and adjust cumin, cayenne, and pepper until it has a complex, full-flavored taste.
  • Nutrition

    347 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 729mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 46g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 18g
    • Vitamin C: 35mg
    • Calcium: 144mg
    • Iron: 7mg
    • Potassium: 702mg