Ginger Lentil Stew Comfort Bowl

Ginger Lentil Stew (Anti-Inflammatory Comfort Bowl)

⏱ Time:

Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 25 minutes
Total: 35 minutes

🍽 Servings:

4 bowls

🧾 Ingredients:

• 1 cup dry red or brown lentils, rinsed

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated

• 1 tsp olive oil

• 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth

• 1 cup canned diced tomatoes

• ½ tsp turmeric

• ½ tsp cumin

• ¼ tsp black pepper

• Salt to taste

• Optional garnish: cilantro, lemon juice

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Heat oil in a pot over medium heat. Sauté onion 3 minutes.

2. Add garlic and ginger; cook 30 seconds.

3. Stir in turmeric, cumin, lentils, tomatoes, and broth.

4. Bring to boil, then simmer covered 20–25 minutes until lentils are tender.

5. Adjust salt and add lemon juice if desired.

6. Serve hot with herbs.

🌟 Pro Tips:

• Blend half for thicker stew.

• Add carrots or spinach for extra nutrition.

• For heat, add chili flakes or green chili.

📊 Nutrition (Per Serving – Approx):

Calories: 210
Protein: 14g
Carbs: 32g
Fat: 3g
Fiber: 10g

💡 Weight Watchers Points (Estimated):

• Lentils (¾ cup cooked): 3 points

• Olive oil (¼ tsp per serving): 0 points

👉 Total: 3 WW Points per serving

(Without oil = 2 points)

❓Q/A Notes:

Q: Can I use canned lentils?
Yes — use 2½ cups drained, reduce broth to 2 cups.

Q: Can I freeze this stew?
Yes — freezes well up to 3 months.

Q: Is this good for weight loss?
Yes — high fiber, protein-rich, and low in points.

Q: Can I make it in Instant Pot?
Yes — pressure cook on HIGH for 10 minutes, natural release.

Q: What can I serve with this?
Brown rice, quinoa, naan, or a cucumber salad.