Hearty German Lentil Stew With Root Vegetables Recipe

About this recipe

Dive into the warm embrace of a hearty German lentil stew, a perfect lunch option for those seeking both comfort and nutrition. This protein-packed dish combines tender green lentils, earthy carrots, crisp mooli radish, and aromatic celery in a flavorful vegetable broth spiced with traditional German Berbere seasoning. The addition of soy protein mince elevates its protein content, making it ideal for muscle recovery and sustained energy. With each spoonful, you'll savor the balanced textures and harmonious flavors that make this stew a standout meal. Easy to prepare and batch-friendly, it’s perfect for busy weekdays or post-workout refueling. Garnished with fresh parsley, this stew is a wholesome delight you’ll want to remake time and again.

Ingredients

• 400G Holland & Barrett Vegan Soy Protein Mince
• 1 Kg Green Lentils, 1Kg
• 4 Pack Fresh Carrots - Pack Of 4
• - Fresh Asian Mooli Radish Daikon Exotic Vegetable
• 1 Onion Large 1 Each
• 100G Celery Salt, 100G
• 500G Great Scot Vegetable Broth Mix
• 75G Greenfields Berbere Spice Blend, 75G
• - Biona Capers In Olive Oil
• 400G Greenfield Himalayan Salt Fine 400G
• 100G Heera Black Pepper Powder 100g
• - Schwartz Flat Leaf Parsley

Instructions

1. 1. Rinse the green lentils thoroughly under cold water and set them aside.
2. 2. Peel and dice the carrots, mooli radish, onion, and celery into bite-sized chunks.
3. 3. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and sauté the onion until translucent, about 4 minutes.
4. 4. Add diced carrots, mooli radish, and celery to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
5. 5. Stir in the Greenfields Berbere Spice Blend, salt, and pepper, allowing the spices to coat the vegetables evenly.
6. 6. Add the lentils and vegetable broth to the pot, bringing the mixture to a boil over high heat.
7. 7. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the stew simmer for 20 minutes until the lentils are tender.
8. 8. While the stew is simmering, lightly pan-fry the Holland & Barrett Vegan Soy Protein Mince in a separate skillet with a teaspoon of olive oil for 5 minutes.
9. 9. Stir the cooked soy protein mince into the stew and let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
10. 10. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
11. 11. Garnish the stew with freshly chopped parsley before serving.