Hearty Lentil Stew with Pumpkin Magic
This hearty lentil stew combines the sweetness of pumpkin with the earthiness of lentils, creating a comforting dish perfect for any day. Packed with nutrients and flavor, it’s a warm hug in a bowl.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Hokkaido pumpkin
- 300 g Beluga lentils
- 250 g baby spinach
- 2 onions
- 20 g ginger
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 2 tbsp yellow Thai curry paste
- 500 ml vegetable broth
- 500 ml coconut milk
- 400 g canned whole peeled tomatoes
- 1 lime
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Cut the Hokkaido pumpkin in half, remove the seeds, and cut it into approximately 2 cm cubes. This should take about 10 minutes. Make sure to cut even cubes for uniform cooking.
- Peel and dice the onions, ginger, and garlic into small cubes (about 5 minutes). The onions should be translucent, and the ginger and garlic should be aromatic.
- Heat coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the pumpkin cubes and sauté for 5 minutes until lightly browned and fragrant.
- Now add the onions, garlic, and ginger to the pot and sauté everything for another 2 minutes. Ensure that the onions do not burn but become soft.
- Add the yellow Thai curry paste and Beluga lentils, and sauté for 2-3 minutes while stirring until the lentils are well coated with the spices.
- Pour in the vegetable broth, coconut milk, and canned tomatoes. Stir well and bring to a boil.
- Cover the pot and let it simmer on low heat for 20 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. The lentils should be soft and cooked.
- Shortly before the cooking time is up, add the baby spinach and gently stir it into the curry. This should only take 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts.
- Season with salt, pepper, and the juice of one lime. This adds a fresh note to the stew. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 15 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Avoid overcooking the lentils as they may fall apart. Use a large, heavy pot to ensure even heat distribution and prevent burning. Adjust the ingredient ratios based on your preference for pumpkin or spice level. Fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley can be used as a garnish for added freshness.