Spiced Bing Search-Inspired Lentil and Tomato Stew

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-06 · Updated 2026-08-06

Hearty lentil stew simmered with aromatic spices and ripe tomatoes, capturing the warm, comforting essence of a Bing-inspired search for flavor. This Middle Eastern-inspired vegan recipe (gluten free), ready in about 50 minutes, pairs brown lentils, olive oil, onion, finely chopped for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 cup brown lentils
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 14 oz (1 can) canned diced tomatoes
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• for serving lemon wedges

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Rinse 1 cup brown lentils under cold water and set aside.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 finely chopped medium onion and sauté for 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
3. Step 3: Add 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, and 1/2 tsp smoked paprika to the pot. Stir and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Stir in 14 oz canned diced tomatoes with their juices and 3 cups vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
5. Step 5: Add the rinsed lentils, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30-35 minutes until lentils are tender and stew thickens.
6. Step 6: Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro just before serving.
7. Step 7: Serve hot with lemon wedges for squeezing over the stew to brighten the flavors.