Lentil Stew With A Mediterranean Twist Recipe

Name: Lentil Stew With A Mediterranean Twist
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon chopped garlic; 1 1/2 quarts chicken stock; 2 cups brown lentils; 1 lb red potatoes; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 2 teaspoons lemon zest; 12 ounces spinach leaves (picked and cleaned, frozen is okay as an alternative); 1/2 cup chopped mint leaf; 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley; 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 1/2 quarts chicken stock
2 cups brown lentils
1 lb red potatoes
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 teaspoons lemon zest
12 ounces spinach leaves (picked and cleaned, frozen is okay as an alternative)
1/2 cup chopped mint leaf
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
salt and pepper

1
Cut/dice the red skin potatoes into approx 1/2-inch-ish cubes, with skin still on. I generally use smaller golfball-to-racquetball sized potatoes. Grate the zest from 2 small -to-medium lemons into a dish, and then juice the lemons, a little extra juice/zest (beyond wht the recipe calls for) is okay.
2
In a large pot heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic, stirring for 30 seconds over medium heat. Add the chicken stock and the lentils, and bring to a boil.
3
Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for at least 10 minutes.
4
Add the potatoes, cook uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5
Sample the lentils, checking every few minutes for soft smooth texture, replace cover and simmer till the lentil texture is as soft as you prefer.
6
Add the lemon juice, zest, and spinach. Simmer for 3-5 minutes or until the spinach wilts. Fold in the mint and parsley. Adjust the seasonings (salt & pepper to taste).
7
Serve with crumbled feta.
8
Notes: 1/4 cup chopped tomatoes can also be added with the lentils & chicken stock at the first stage - I like it better without the tomatoes, but I thought I'd note that variation if you are tomato-inclined.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon chopped garlic, 1 1/2 quarts chicken stock, 2 cups brown lentils, and more.

Yes, Lentil Stew With A Mediterranean Twist falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Lentil Stew With A Mediterranean Twist

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