Earthy Lentil and Mushroom Stew with Thyme

Name: Earthy Lentil and Mushroom Stew with Thyme
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients: 1 cup brown lentils; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1, diced yellow onion; 2 cloves, minced garlic; 8 oz, sliced cremini mushrooms; 2, diced carrots; 1 tsp fresh, chopped thyme; 3 cups vegetable broth; 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes

A deeply savory stew featuring earthy brown lentils and mushrooms simmered with fresh thyme and carrots until tender.

Cuisine: Vegetarian

Category: Vegetarian

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 35 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

1 cup brown lentils
2 tbsp olive oil
1, diced yellow onion
2 cloves, minced garlic
8 oz, sliced cremini mushrooms
2, diced carrots
1 tsp fresh, chopped thyme
3 cups vegetable broth
1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes

Instructions

Step 1: Rinse 1 cup brown lentils under cold water until water runs clear, then drain. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Step 2: Add 1 diced yellow onion and 2 minced garlic cloves, cooking for 3 minutes until softened and fragrant, stirring frequently to prevent browning.
Step 3: Add 8 oz sliced cremini mushrooms and 2 diced carrots, stirring to coat in oil. Cook for 5 minutes until mushrooms release moisture and carrots soften slightly.
Step 4: Stir in 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme, 3 cups vegetable broth, and 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes. Bring to a gentle simmer.
Step 5: Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes until lentils are tender but not mushy, stirring occasionally.