Best 7 Potato Lentil Stew Recipes

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**Potato Lentil Stew: A Hearty and Flavorful Meal**

Craving a warm and comforting dish that's packed with flavor and goodness? Look no further than our delicious potato lentil stew. This hearty and satisfying stew is made with simple, everyday ingredients like potatoes, lentils, vegetables, and herbs, simmered together in a flavorful broth. With three tempting variations—the Classic Potato Lentil Stew, the Turmeric-Spiced Potato Lentil Stew, and the Coconut Milk Potato Lentil Stew—you'll find a version to suit every palate. Whether you prefer a traditional stew, a vibrant Indian-inspired dish, or a creamy and exotic stew with a hint of coconut, our potato lentil stew recipes have got you covered. Get ready to indulge in a comforting and delicious meal that's perfect for a cozy dinner at home or a casual get-together with friends and family.

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SWEET POTATO LENTIL STEW



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I fell in love with the spicy aromas in this slow-cooked lentil stew. Add whatever ingredients you have on hand, like zucchini, spinach, kale and corn. -Heather Gray, Little Rock, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 5h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/4 pounds sweet potatoes (about 2 medium), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1-1/2 cups dried lentils, rinsed
3 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 carton (32 ounces) vegetable broth
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the first nine ingredients. Cook, covered, on low 5-6 hours or until vegetables and lentils are tender. Stir in cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 662mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 15g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

POTATO-LENTIL STEW



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Jam-packed with veggies, this main-dish soup equals a meal the whole family will love. Serve with a loaf of your favorite bread and dinner's done! -Krista Goodwin, Ypsilanti, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 large onion, chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
2 teaspoons olive oil
4 teaspoons chili powder
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 carton (32 ounces) vegetable broth
3/4 cup dried lentils, rinsed
2 cans (10 ounces each) diced tomatoes and green chilies
3-1/2 cups frozen cubed hash brown potatoes
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, saute onion and carrots in oil for 3 minutes. Add the chili powder, garlic, cumin and oregano; cook 1 minute longer., Stir in broth and lentils. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 to 22 minutes or until lentils are tender. Stir in the tomatoes, potatoes, beans, salt and pepper. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 10-15 minutes longer or until potatoes are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1478mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 16g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

RED LENTIL AND SWEET POTATO STEW



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This is a hearty Indian-style stew without meat but chock full of protein.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons coconut or extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 diced large onion
Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 minced cloves garlic
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
2 peeled and diced sweet potatoes
1 diced (stemmed, seeded) red bell pepper
1 1/2 cups rinsed red lentils
6 cups Cleansing Broth
Chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook cumin, turmeric and curry powder until fragrant, about 1 to 2 minutes. Add onion with a few pinches salt, and cook, stirring, until tender, about 6 minutes. Add garlic and ginger and cook, stirring, until tender, about 2 minutes. Add sweet potatoes and bell pepper and cook 1 minute.
  • Add lentils and cleansing broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until lentils are tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Top with cilantro before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 458 g, Fat 10 g, Fiber 16 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 879 g

SPICY SWEET POTATO AND LENTIL STEW



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Quick vegan soup with chipotle peppers. Garnish each bowl with 1 tablespoon sour cream, green onions, and cilantro.

Provided by Susie

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Sweet Potato Soup Recipes

Time 49m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 yellow onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
4 slices tempeh bacon (such as LightLife® Fakin' Bacon®), diced
¼ cup dry white wine
1 canned chipotle chile, drained and chopped, or more to taste
4 cups vegetable broth
3 cups peeled and cubed sweet potatoes
3 cups water
1 cup dry red lentils
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
salt and ground black pepper to taste
4 (6 inch) corn tortillas, cut into strips

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; saute until softened and translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Add tempeh bacon, wine, and chipotle chile. Cook and stir until combined, about 1 minute. Reduce heat to medium. Add broth, sweet potatoes, water, and lentils. Cook stew until lentils fall apart and potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes. Stir in cinnamon; season with salt and pepper.
  • Place tortilla strips in a small skillet over high heat; cook until crispy, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Ladle stew into bowls; top with toasted tortilla strips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271.6 calories, Carbohydrate 45.8 g, Fat 5.7 g, Fiber 7.3 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 666.7 mg, Sugar 10 g

SLOW-COOKER CURRIED SWEET POTATO AND LENTIL STEW



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Casual gathering at your place? Invite guests to grab a bowl of hearty stew chock full of veggies and lentils.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 5h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups pieces (1 inch) peeled dark-orange sweet potatoes
1 small onion, finely chopped (1/4 cup)
1 1/2 cups ready-to-eat baby-cut carrots
3/4 cup dried lentils, sorted, rinsed
2 teaspoons olive or vegetable oil
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon finely chopped gingerroot
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 can (14 oz) vegetable broth or 1 3/4 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 1/2 cups frozen cut green beans, thawed
1/2 cup plain fat-free yogurt

Steps:

  • In 3- to 4-quart slow cooker, mix sweet potatoes, onion, carrots and lentils.
  • In 8-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add curry powder, cumin, salt, pepper, gingerroot and garlic; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Stir in broth. Pour mixture into slow cooker; stir.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 5 to 6 hours.
  • Increase heat setting to High. Stir in green beans. Cover; cook about 15 minutes longer or until green beans are crisp-tender. Serve topped with yogurt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 8 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 540 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g

SPICY LENTIL AND SWEET POTATO STEW WITH CHIPOTLES



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Categories     Bean     Potato     Vegetarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Winter     Vegan

Yield 6-8 people

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
Salt to taste
2 teaspoons cumin seeds, lightly toasted and ground
2 medium carrots, diced
1 1/2 cups brown or green lentils, rinsed
6 cups water
2 medium-size sweet potatoes (aka yams, with dark orange flesh, 1 to 1 1/4 pounds), peeled and cut in large dice
1 to 2 chipotles in adobo, seeded and chopped (to taste)
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 bay leaf
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or parsley (to taste)
Lime wedges for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large, heavy soup pot or Dutch oven and add the onion. Cook, stirring often, until it softens, about 5 minutes, and add the garlic and a generous pinch of salt. Cook, stirring, until the garlic smells fragrant, about 30 seconds, and add the ground cumin seeds and carrots. Stir together for a minute, then add the lentils, water, sweet potatoes, chipotles, tomato paste, salt to taste and the bay leaf. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, cover and simmer 40 to 45 minutes, until the lentils and sweet potatoes are tender and the broth fragrant. Taste and adjust seasoning. Stir in the cilantro or parsley, simmer for another minute, and serve, passing lime wedges so diners can season their lentils with a squeeze of lime juice if desired.

SPICY LENTIL AND SWEET POTATO STEW WITH CHIPOTLES



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The sweetness of the sweet potatoes infuses this Mexican-inspired lentil dish along with the heat of the chipotles, which also have a certain sweetness as well because of the adobo sauce they're they are packed in. The combination, with the savory lentils, is a winner.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, one pot, main course

Time 1h

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
Salt to taste
2 teaspoons cumin seeds, lightly toasted and ground
2 medium carrots, diced
1 1/2 cups brown or green lentils, rinsed
6 cups water
2 medium-size sweet potatoes (aka yams, with dark orange flesh, 1 to 1 1/4 pounds), peeled and cut in large dice
1 to 2 chipotles in adobo, seeded and chopped (to taste)
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 bay leaf
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or parsley (to taste)
Lime wedges for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large, heavy soup pot or Dutch oven and add the onion. Cook, stirring often, until it softens, about 5 minutes, and add the garlic and a generous pinch of salt. Cook, stirring, until the garlic smells fragrant, about 30 seconds, and add the ground cumin seeds and carrots. Stir together for a minute, then add the lentils, water, sweet potatoes, chipotles, tomato paste, salt to taste and the bay leaf. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, cover and simmer 40 to 45 minutes, until the lentils and sweet potatoes are tender and the broth fragrant. Taste and adjust seasoning. Stir in the cilantro or parsley, simmer for another minute, and serve, passing lime wedges so diners can season their lentils with a squeeze of lime juice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 163, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 614 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

Tips:

  • Use a variety of lentils. This will give your stew a more complex flavor and texture. Lentils come in a variety of colors, each with a slightly different flavor. For this recipe, we recommend using a combination of brown, green, and red lentils.
  • Don't overcook the lentils. Lentils are done cooking when they are tender but still hold their shape. Overcooked lentils will become mushy and lose their flavor.
  • Use a good quality vegetable broth. The broth is an important part of the stew, so it's important to use a good quality broth. We recommend using a low-sodium vegetable broth so that you can control the amount of salt in the stew.
  • Add vegetables that you like. This recipe is very versatile, so you can add any vegetables that you like. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, and spinach.
  • Season the stew to taste. Once the stew is finished cooking, taste it and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or herbs.

Conclusion:

This potato lentil stew is a hearty and flavorful stew that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a very versatile stew, so you can easily customize it to your liking. With a few simple ingredients, you can make a delicious and satisfying stew that the whole family will enjoy.

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