Smoky Red Lentil Stew

Name: Smoky Red Lentil Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Asian, Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 large carrots, small dice; 1 medium yellow onion, small dice; 2 stalks celery, small dice; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 2 tablespoons smoked paprika; ¼ teaspoon ground cumin; ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 ¼ cups red lentils, rinsed; 4 cups vegetable stock; sea salt and ground black pepper, to taste; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from ½ a large lemon); chopped fresh herbs for serving (see notes)

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:15min

This simple red lentil stew has loads of flavor from smoked paprika, herbs, garlic, and balsamic vinegar. The perfect one-pot meal with some crusty bread.

Updated at: Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:33:31 GMT