Recipe-303-Lentil Tuna Stew
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Nothing says comfort food more than a hot bowl of delicious Lentil Tuna Stew. This hearty, healthy meal is sure to hit the spot on a chilly evening. Perfect for those busy weeknights when you don't have time to cook from scratch, this simple dish ready in under an hour will satisfy both your appetite and your cravings. Packed with nutrients like protein-rich tuna, fiber-filled lentils, and vitamin-packed vegetables like onions and carrots, this stew gives you all the nourishment you need while still treating yourself to something special! So why not give it a try tonight?
Ingredients
- 1 cup lentils
- 1 cup tuna, canned
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1 1/2 cup sweet potatoes, diced
- 1/2 cup peas
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1/4 cup rice
- 1 onion, red, chopped
- 1 carrot, diced
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1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tsp thyme, dried
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3 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp pepper, black
Directions
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the sweet potatoes for 15 minutes until tender.
In the meantime, heat 2-3 tbs of olive oil in a sauce pan and sauté the carrots with the onions for 5 minutes, seasoning with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Add the lentils, rice, peas and tuna. Season with thyme and add the tomato puree and broth and bring to a simmer for 20-25 minutes, adding water as needed until the lentils and rice are cooked through.
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