Lentil and Spiced Vegetable Medley

A vibrant vegetable stew with earthy lentils and aromatic spices, perfect for cold weather.

Cuisine: Eritrean

Category: Quick Meals

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 45 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 1 cup dried brown lentils
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 medium, diced carrot
• 1 medium, diced zucchini
• 1 small, diced onion
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

1. Step 1: Rinse lentils under cold water until water runs clear, then drain. Place in a pot with 2 cups water and bring to a boil.
2. Step 2: Heat olive oil in a separate skillet over medium heat. Add carrot and zucchini, cooking for 5 minutes until slightly softened, then add onion and garlic, stirring for 2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Stir in ground coriander and turmeric, cooking for 1 minute, then add to the boiling lentils. Add chicken broth, salt, and bring to a simmer.
4. Step 4: Cover and simmer for 30 minutes until lentils are tender and vegetables are cooked through, stirring occasionally. Stir in lemon juice before serving.