This cheap, easy recipe is a tasty way to incorporate lentils—an often neglected, but valuable food—into your diet. Did you know that a plate of lentils contains the same protein intake as a portion of meat? You can help our society consume less meat by eating lentils; they’re perfect for a healthy, balanced diet!
Lentil Stew
Serves: 8
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown lentils, washed and dried
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 2 celery branches, diced
- 4 medium carrots, cut into sections
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 2 tomato boxes with their juice
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a large pot.
- Bring to a boil over moderate heat.
- Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 30 minutes, allowing the lentils to cook to perfection.
- Serve with brown rice.
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