Recently, I saw this fabulous slow cooker recipe on The Soulicious Life and knew immediately that I had to make it. The need to try this dish was so overwhelming that I couldn’t be bothered to wait six hours for the slow cooker version so I came up with my own and I’m so glad that I did. This dish is fabulous!
Honestly, how often do the stars align and you trip across a mouth-watering recipe and you have all the ingredients on hand? And you were about to make lunch anyway? This was perfect, I tell you.
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp Grapeseed Oil (or any vegetable oil of choice)
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 1/2 cup carrots, diced
- 1/2 cup celery, diced
- 1/2 tsp garlic, minced
- 1/4 tsp ginger, grated
- 1 can diced tomatoes, fire roasted
- 1 can garbanzo beans, drained & rinsed
- 1-1/3 cup dried lentils
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp caraway seeds, ground
- 1/2 tsp cumin, ground
- 1/4 tsp cayenne, ground
Instructions
- Saute chopped vegetables (onion, carrots, celery) until soft.
- Add garlic and ginger to mixture.
- Saute about 1-2 minutes.
- Add all other ingredients except spices (tomatoes, garbanzos, lentils).
- Mix well and bring to a boil.
- Partially cover with a lid.
- Reduce to a simmer for about 30 minutes.
- Add spices (caraway, cumin, cayenne) and let simmer another 15 minutes.
- Ready to serve.
Recipe adapted from The Soulicious Life
Moroccan Lentil Stew – Vegan & Vegetarian
Normally, when I make a recipe that is possibly blog-worthy, I will typically photograph it immediately after it’s made. With this dish, I couldn’t even wait for that. The hubs and I had to have a bowl of this, right away. This stew is truly fantastic. I recommend that you make this as soon as possible :-
Yum! I could definitely go for some lentils right now.
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Dara recently posted … Chicken Corn Chili
Me, too – I’ve been eating a lot of lentils, lately :-)
I just love the look of this and it would be so good for you. What a healthy meal and perfect for the cooler weather you’re now having xx
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Hotly Spiced recently posted … ‘Chockie Night’ and Cherry Ripe Chocolate Slice
You’re so right, Charlie – Thx for stopping by :-)
I need to try this recipe. I don’t “love” lentils but keep hearing about how healthy they are. Will give this a shot!
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Barbara recently posted … ChaLean Extreme Burn Phase Week 1 – Completed!!
Oh, I hope you love this recipe … lentils are so nutritious … Let me know how it goes :-)
This stew is so wholesome and healthy :D
Cheers
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Choc Chip Uru
Choc Chip Uru recently posted … Made It To 2013!
Indeed, it is & I love it – Thx for stopping by CCU :-)
I had something that sounds remarkably similar when we were away during Christmas week. The weather was freezing cold and this piping hot stew really hit the spot. Glad your stars aligned for this one. :)
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Anita at Hungry Couple recently posted … Skinny Chocolate Loaf
Thank you, Anita – It was a grand bowl of goodness :-)
Just the antidote I need to all that Christmas food :-)
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Joy recently posted … Into 2013 with Amsterdam cruise
Joy – This will easily get you over the christmas food hump – Thx for stopping by :-)
Love lentils and love your version. My problem with slow cooker recipes are the length of time unless I pop it in the morning or something, so prefer a quick version and this looks so hearty ! beautiful !
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Sunithi recently posted … Turkey Meatloaf With Flax Meal and Walnuts
Sometimes I need to make something that takes all day but normally I just want to eat so I totally understand. Thx Sue :-)
I have a favorite lentil soup I get at a nearby restaurant and love it! This stew looks especially good. I love ginger –I imagine it adds a nice flavor!
It does add a great flavor – Thx for stopping by :-)