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    Lentil Sweet Potato Stew

    Published: Oct 31, 2016 by Stephanie 22 Comments

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    Lentil Sweet Potato Stew is an easy to prepare hearty meal. Packed with tasty, healthy ingredients making it the perfect dinner any night of the week. Vegan, Vegetarian and Gluten Free.

    Lentil Sweet Potato Stew

    Alright, so let's talk stew on the last day of the month and Halloween to boot. Happy Halloween Guys!

    Lentil Sweet Potato Stew is a healthy, easy to prepare stew. Great vegetarian and gluten free stew that can be served alone or with muffins or a salad.

    And after eating all that candy you're probably going need some stew to kind of round it all out.

    Lentil Sweet Potato Stew is a guilt free tasty treat. It pairs perfect with some muffins or even a salad.

    Lentils are something I use frequently in our home. I always have a jar around readily available for a quick meal. So if you're looking for other ideas for lentils then look here and here.

    Lentil Sweet Potato Stew

    Not only are they a great source of vegetarian protein but you don't even have to pre-soak these little babies. I mean...What more can you ask for? Well we won't get into that one..haha.

    But seriously I think of them as my definite stand by. Everyone I'm sure has one. What food is your stand by? You know something you make time and time again because it doesn't require a lot of time or thought.

    Lentil Sweet Potato Stew

    Hence on a Monday or any other day that I'm looking for a tasty, healthy meal I'll usually go to my jar of lentils. 

    They haven't failed me yet..

    And really if I've not convinced you yet here are a few more reasons to try this Lentil Sweet Potato Stew:

    • Lentils are a great source of vegetarian protein
    • Among many other health benefits including giving you more Energy
    • No pre-soak required so a time  saver
    • Family friendly food you can feel good about serving
    • Great served in so many recipes
    •  Vegan, Vegetarian and Gluten Free

    Lentil Sweet Potato Stew

    Lentil Sweet Potato Stew

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    Lentil Sweet Potato Stew

    Lentil Sweet Potato Stew is a healthy, tasty, easy to prepare dinner for any night of the week.
    Course Dinner
    Cuisine American
    Prep Time 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 45 minutes minutes
    Total Time 1 hour hour
    Servings 6 -8 servings
    Author Stephanie

    Ingredients

    • 1 ¼ cups lentils rinsed
    • 2 ½ cups vegetable broth
    • 1 cup water
    • 1 onion chopped
    • 1 medium/large sweet potato peeled and diced
    • 1 medium green bell pepper diced
    • 3 small tomatoes diced
    • ½ tsp. turmeric
    • salt & pepper to taste
    • 1 tbsp. tomato paste
    • 2 tbsp. fresh chopped parsley
    • 1 ½ tbsp. balsamic vinegar
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    Instructions

    • Place all of the above ingredients in large soup pan or dutch oven reserving balsamic vinegar till the end.
    • Bring to boil, then lower heat to medium.
    • Cook with lid slightly a jar 30-45 minutes until potatoes can pierce slightly with fork.
    • During last couple of minutes of cooking drizzle in vinegar.

    Notes

    Can be kept on warm on stove till ready to eat.
    Leftovers can be stored in fridge for up to five days covered.
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    Comments

    1. Kristine

      November 17, 2016 at 1:00 am

      This looks delicious! I love lentils, especially in the fall!

      Reply
      • Stef

        November 17, 2016 at 2:27 pm

        Thanks Kristine! And lentils are my favorite 🙂

        Reply
    2. Michelle @ Vitamin Sunshine

      November 17, 2016 at 12:23 am

      What amazing flavors! This looks like the perfect healthy lunch.

      Reply
      • Stef

        November 17, 2016 at 2:26 pm

        Thanks Michelle!

        Reply
    3. Stef

      November 16, 2016 at 10:22 pm

      Thanks Kim! Same here 🙂

      Reply
    4. Kim @ Three Olives Branch

      November 16, 2016 at 10:16 pm

      I love using lentils for many of the reasons you listed! This looks fantastic, I love hearty soups and stews like this in the cooler weather!

      Reply
    5. Stef

      November 12, 2016 at 2:52 pm

      One of my new favorite stews 🙂

      Reply
    6. Dahn @savor the Best

      November 12, 2016 at 5:30 am

      yummy, I love lentils and sweet potatoes, they are the perfect pair

      Reply
    7. Stef

      November 11, 2016 at 11:22 pm

      It really is a great combination and perfect for Fall and Winter months!

      Reply
    8. Garlic + Zest

      November 11, 2016 at 10:50 pm

      I absolutely adore lentils! I've never had them mixed with sweet potatoes, but the spice blend sounds really delicious!

      Reply
    9. Stef

      November 11, 2016 at 10:39 pm

      Thanks! Hope you and your toddler Enjoy 🙂

      Reply
    10. Julie | Bunsen Burner Bakery

      November 11, 2016 at 10:32 pm

      This looks delicious!! We eat a lot of sweet potatoes and lentils, so I'm adding this to our "to make" list - I think my toddler will love it!

      Reply
    11. Luci {Luci's Morsels}

      November 03, 2016 at 1:47 am

      This looks perfect for the soup weather we've been having!

      Luci’s Morsels | fashion. food. frivolity.

      Reply
      • Stef

        November 03, 2016 at 6:01 pm

        Thanks Luci!

        Reply
    12. Rika (@thedealmatch)

      November 03, 2016 at 12:56 am

      Yum... looks so good! I just made lentil soup yesterday and had it for lunch today!

      Reply
      • Stef

        November 03, 2016 at 1:22 pm

        Thanks Rika! Lentil are definitely good so many ways.

        Reply
    13. Plating Pixels

      November 03, 2016 at 12:34 am

      I never know what to do with lentils. This looks like a yummy start!

      Reply
      • Stef

        November 03, 2016 at 1:21 pm

        Thanks! Hope you enjoy 🙂

        Reply
    14. Platter Talk

      November 02, 2016 at 9:56 pm

      I've never mixed lentils and sweet potatoes before. Sounds like a very nice texture and flavor addition. Will try.

      Reply
    15. Natalie

      November 02, 2016 at 5:46 pm

      It looks delicious. So warm, comforting and yummy 🙂 Perfect for fall. Lentil is such a healthy ingredient. And it's budget friendly. We need more lentil recipes like this. Thanks Stef for sharing. Pinning and sharing!

      Reply
      • Stef

        November 02, 2016 at 6:12 pm

        Thanks Natalie..I'm with you on the lentils..Love, love them. Thanks for sharing my friend 🙂

        Reply
        • Natalie

          November 02, 2016 at 6:26 pm

          🙂

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