Description
A vibrant one-pot dish featuring earthy lentils and fresh vegetables simmered in flavorful spices, perfect for nourishing the spirit.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup lentils
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 medium sweet potato, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat a splash of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Introduce the diced sweet potato to the pot, allowing it to cook for about 5 minutes until it begins to soften.
- Add in the lentils, rinsed black beans, frozen corn, cumin, chili powder, vegetable broth, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Let it cook for about 25-30 minutes, or until the lentils and sweet potatoes are tender.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro for a burst of color and freshness.
Notes
This recipe is customizable to suit your taste preferences. Adjust spiciness and experiment with different vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 18g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg