Smoky Red Lentil Stew
Serves 6
10 mins prep
30 mins cook
40 mins total
A quick and easy vegetarian stew with red lentils, hearty vegetables, and warm spices. Creamy, comforting, and packed with plant-based protein.
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Heat olive oil in large stock pot over low/medium heat. Sauté onions for 4 minutes. Add celery, carrots and shiitakes and sauté an additional 3 minutes or until vegetables are fork tender. Add garlic, 1 teaspoon salt and cook for an additional minute.
Add the balsamic vinegar, smoked paprika, cumin, lentils and broth. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cook for 20-25 minutes or until lentils are soft.
Add the greens of choice and 1 teaspoon salt. Cover and cook for 3 minutes or until fork tender.
Serve with desired toppings.
