White Bean & Lentil Stew

White Bean & Lentil Stew

White Bean & Lentil Stew is a delicious and easy dish served over rice or with naan. This Moroccan-inspired recipe is rich in protein and can be enjoyed any time of the year.

Ingredients

Serves: 4-6 Time: 45-60 minutes

White Bean & Lentil Stew

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 4-5 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 Tbs tomato paste
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric
  • 14.5 oz. can diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 can white cannellini beans, drained and rinsed 
  • 1 cup red lentils
  • 2 cups vegetable stock
  • For garnish: pickled red onions, more cilantro or parsley, slivered almonds

Directions

  1. In a medium stovetop pot, set heat to medium.
  2. Once hot, add the olive oil and begin sautéeing the onion for 5 minutes.
  3. Then, add the garlic and cook for 2 more minutes.
  4. Add the tomato paste and seasonings, and cook for 1 minute before adding the diced tomatoes, white beans, water, lentils, and stock.
  5. Bring the stew to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover with a lid, and simmer for 20-30 minutes or until the lentils are cooked.
  6. Serve with naan bread or over jasmine rice, top with garnish, and enjoy!

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