Quinoa Carrot And Lentil Stew Recipe

Warm up with this hearty and healthy Quinoa Carrot & Lentil Stew! Inspired by Patricia Green and Carolyn Hemming's "Quinoa 365," this recipe boasts ancient grains and protein-packed lentils for a satisfying and flavorful vegetarian meal. Perfect for a chilly evening, this stew is easily adaptable – make it a soup by pre-cooking the quinoa! High in protein and fiber, it's a delicious and nutritious choice for any diet.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 45 mins

Calories 213.9 kcal

Protein 21g

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Ingredients for Quinoa Carrot And Lentil Stew

1 cup Quinoa
1 cup brown or green lentils
4 cups Vegetable Stock
1 cup Water
2 cups chopped Carrots
1 medium chopped Red Onion
2 cloves minced Fresh Garlic
1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
1 teaspoon Ground Coriander
1 teaspoon Salt
1 medium chopped Red Bell Pepper
1/4 cup chopped Fresh Cilantro

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How to Make Quinoa Carrot And Lentil Stew

Rinse 1 cup quinoa under cold water.
In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, combine the rinsed quinoa, 1 cup brown or green lentils, 4 cups vegetable stock, and 1 cup water. Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
Add 2 cups chopped carrots, 1 medium chopped onion, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon ground coriander, and 1 teaspoon salt. Simmer for 5 minutes.
Stir in 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped. Cook for another 5 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

22g

Fat

Carbs

13g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Quinoa Carrot And Lentil Stew?

Quinoa Carrot And Lentil Stew takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Quinoa Carrot And Lentil Stew?

Quinoa Carrot And Lentil Stew has approximately 213.9 calories per serving, with about 21 g protein, 13 g carbohydrates and 3 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Quinoa Carrot And Lentil Stew?

The key ingredients for Quinoa Carrot And Lentil Stew are Quinoa, Red Lentil, Vegetable Stock, Water, Carrots, Red Onion. See the full list with measurements above.