Quinoa and Lentil Stew

White quinoa and green lentil stew for a perfect gluten-free vegan lunch - very suitable as a main course or as an addition to a meal

  • AdditionsType
  • EasyDifficulty
  • 15-30 minPrep. Time
  • 8Serving/Unit

Ingredients

Lentil, 1 cup
green
Quinoa, 1½ cups
white
Onion, 1 large unit
chopped
Olive oil, 3 tablespoons
extra virgin - for frying the onion
Garlic, 3 cloves
chopped
Carrot, 1 large unit
peeled and grated on a grater
Boiling water, as needed
Salt, 1/4 flat teaspoon
Black pepper, 1/4 flat teaspoon
coarsely ground
Turmeric, 1/4 flat teaspoon
Hawaij for soup, 1/4 flat teaspoon

Preparation

1. Soak the green lentils overnight in a bowl with plenty of water and strain.
2. Soak the white quinoa in a bowl with plenty of water for about 30 minutes and strain.
3. In a large and wide pan with a lid, fry the chopped onion for about 5 minutes in the olive oil.
4. Add the garlic and carrot to the onion, mix and fry for another 5 minutes.
5. Add the lentils and quinoa, cover with boiling water 1 cm above the quinoa, bring to a boil and add the spices.
6. Stir, lower the heat, cover and cook for about 20 minutes (stirring occasionally). If the water runs out and the quinoa is not ready yet, add some more boiling water and continue to cook.
7. Serve hot, delicious and also cold.
8. Bon appetite (:

Total time: 1-2 days

Equipment: grater.

The spices in the recipe are according to personal taste. The preparation method also includes frying.

Nutritional Values Serving/Unit 100 Grams
Calories 257 cal 197 cal
Proteins 11 g 8 g
Carbohydrates 41 g 31 g
Fat 6 g 4 g
The nutritional values appearing on this website are intended to provide general information only, and do not constitute a recommendation, a substitute for consulting a specialist or receiving medical advice.
Michal Dinar Recipe by Michal Dinar
Quinoa and Lentil Stew
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