Description
Moroccan Lentil & Apricot Stew is a nourishing dish that combines the sweetness of apricots and the earthiness of lentils, enveloped in a fragrant spice blend for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 1 cup plump dried apricots, chopped
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté the Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add Carrots: Toss in the chopped carrots and stir for about 3 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Combine Lentils and Spices: Add the lentils along with cumin and coriander. Stir well to coat the lentils with spices.
- Pour in Broth and Apricots: Add vegetable broth to cover by about an inch; include the chopped apricots and cinnamon stick. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer for about 30 minutes.
- Check Consistency: After simmering, stir the stew. If it’s too thick, add more broth or water until desired consistency is reached.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider incorporating spinach or swapping lentils for chickpeas. Serve with crusty bread or over rice for a heartier meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days or freeze for future meals.