Canadian Lentil Stew
A hearty and comforting stew made with lentils, roasted vegetables, and a hint of Canadian spices.
Ingredients
- ●1 cup red lentilsrinsed and drained
- ●2 medium carrotspeeled and chopped
- ●2 medium potatoespeeled and chopped
- ●1 large onionchopped
- ●3 cloves garlicminced
- ●1 tsp dried thymefresh or dried
- ●2 tbsp olive oilfor roasting
- ●4 cups organic vegetable brothlow-sodium
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- 2
Toss the carrots and potatoes with 1 tbsp of olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet.
- 3
Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until tender.
- 4
In a large pot, heat the remaining 1 tbsp of olive oil over medium heat.
- 5
Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 6
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- 7
Stir in the dried thyme and cook for 1 minute.
- 8
Add the rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, and roasted carrots and potatoes to the pot.
- 9
Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
- 10
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 11
Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.