Hearty Lentil and Vegetable Stew

Step by step

Method

1. 01

   Prepare the vegetables: Dice the onion, carrot, and celery. Mince the garlic. Dice the tomato.

2. 02

   Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for 8-10 minutes until softened.

3. 03

   Add the minced garlic, cumin, paprika, thyme, and bay leaf. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.

4. 04

   Stir in the diced tomato and lentils. Pour in the vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.

5. 05

   Remove the bay leaf from the pot. Stir in the spinach until it wilts, which should take about 2-3 minutes.

6. 06

   Season the stew with salt and black pepper to taste.

7. 07

   Stir in the red wine vinegar just before serving to add a touch of brightness.