One Pot Spiced Creamy Lentils and Sweet Potatoes
- Prep Time: ~15 min
- Cook Time: ~35 min
- Servings: ~6
- Cost per Serving: ~$2.00
- Total Cost: ~$12.00
Ingredients
Base
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (minced)
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (peeled and cubed)
- 1 1/2 cups dried red lentils (rinsed)
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk (full-fat)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
Spices
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Finish
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cups fresh spinach (chopped)
- Fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
Method
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in garlic and ginger and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add cubed sweet potatoes, lentils, diced tomatoes, coconut milk, and vegetable broth. Stir well.
- Add cumin, smoked paprika, cinnamon, turmeric, cayenne (if using), salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lentils and sweet potatoes are tender.
- Stir in lemon juice and chopped spinach. Simmer for 2 minutes until spinach is wilted.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Serve with rice, quinoa, or naan for a complete meal.
- Adjust cayenne pepper for more or less heat.
- For a thicker stew, simmer uncovered for the last 10 minutes.
- Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 5 days or can be frozen.
Nutrition
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | ~340 | 17% |
| Protein | ~14 g | 28% |
| Carbohydrates | ~52 g | 19% |
| Fat | ~11 g | 14% |
| Fiber | ~15 g | 54% |
| Sugars | ~9 g | 18% |
| Sodium | ~580 mg | 25% |
| Calcium | ~110 mg | 8% |
| Iron | ~6 mg | 33% |
| Vitamin C | ~18 mg | 20% |