- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 4 cups vegetable broth or water
- 1 cup dried lentils, rinsed and drained
- 2 cups chopped kale leaves (stems removed)
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, carrots and celery. Cook for 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
- Add the cumin, paprika, turmeric and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the vegetable broth or water and lentils. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low. Simmer for 20 minutes until the lentils are tender.
- Stir in the kale leaves and cook for 5 minutes until wilted.
- Serve warm with your favorite toppings!
vegetarian
lentil
stew
kale
vegan
gluten-free
dinner
comfort food
one-pot meal
healthy