Description
Pumpkin and lentil stew is a cozy, nourishing dish that warms the heart on chilly nights. This vibrant stew blends the natural sweetness of pumpkin with hearty lentils and aromatic spices, creating a comforting meal perfect for family dinners or gatherings. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, it’s sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh pumpkin, cubed
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping pumpkin, dicing onions, mincing garlic, and slicing carrots.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and carrots; cook until softened (around 3 minutes).
- Stir in pumpkin cubes and lentils along with spices, ensuring everything is well-coated.
- Pour in vegetable broth and coconut milk; bring to a gentle boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to simmer for about 30 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Adjust consistency with additional broth if needed; season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs or a dollop of yogurt if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 14g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg