Best 5 Lentil Cabbage Stew Recipes

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Lentil cabbage stew is a hearty, flavorful, and nutritious meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The combination of lentils and cabbage creates a balanced and delicious dish that is packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins. This stew is a great way to warm up on a cold day or enjoy a healthy and satisfying meal any time of year. Whether you are a vegetarian or simply looking for a meatless meal, lentil cabbage stew is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

STEWED LENTILS WITH CABBAGE



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This humble and hearty combination makes a satisfying main dish, especially on a cold night. Lentils are an excellent source of folate and molybdenum, and a very good source of dietary fiber, protein, and manganese. Any type will work here.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Time 1h30m

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, half of it chopped, half sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 pound lentils (brown, green, or beluga), rinsed and picked over
3 1/2 cups water (more as needed)
1 dried red chile
1 bay leaf
Salt to taste
6 ounces waxy potatoes, scrubbed and sliced about 1/2 inch thick
1 1/2 pounds green cabbage (1 medium head), cored and cut crosswise in 3/4-inch wide ribbons
1 tablespoon chopped flat-leaf parsley
Freshly grated Parmesan for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a 3-quart saucepan or casserole over medium heat. Add the chopped half of the onion and cook, stirring often, until tender, about 5 minutes. Add 2 of the garlic cloves and cook, stirring, until fragrant, 30 seconds to a minute. Add the lentils, water, chile, and bay leaf, and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer over low heat for 15 minutes. Add 1 teaspoon salt and the potatoes and continue to simmer gently for 30 minutes, until the lentils and potatoes are tender. Add more salt and freshly ground pepper to taste.
  • While the lentils are simmering, cook the cabbage with the remaining onion and garlic in a wide lidded skillet. Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat and add the sliced onion. Cook, stirring often, until tender, about 5 minutes. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt and the garlic and stir together until the garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the cabbage and turn the heat to medium-high. Cook, stirring, until the cabbage begins to wilt. Add 1/4 cup water, turn the heat down to medium, cover and simmer 10 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender and sweet, stirring from time to time. Add salt and freshly ground pepper to taste.
  • Spread the cabbage over the bottom of the pan in an even layer. Top with the lentils and potatoes. Sprinkle on the parsley, and serve in wide soup bowls. Sprinkle with Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 243, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 40 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 886 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams

STEWED LENTILS WITH CABBAGE



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By Martha Rose Schulman for the New York Times. "This humble and hearty combination makes a satisfying main dish, especially on a cold night. Lentils are an excellent source of folate and molybdenum and a very good source of dietary fiber, protein and manganese. Any type of lentil will work in this recipe."

Provided by hannahactually

Categories     Stew

Time 1h35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, half of it chopped, half sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 lb lentils, rinsed and picked over (brown, green, or beluga)
3 1/2 cups water (more as needed)
1 dried red chili
1 bay leaf
salt, to taste
6 ounces waxy potatoes, scrubbed and sliced about 1/2 inch thick
1 1/2 lbs green cabbage, cored and cut crosswise in 3/4-inch wide ribbons (1 medium head)
1 tablespoon chopped flat leaf parsley
freshly grated parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a 3-quart saucepan or casserole over medium heat. Add the chopped half of the onion and cook, stirring often, until tender, about 5 minutes. Add 2 of the garlic cloves and cook, stirring, until fragrant, 30 seconds to a minute. Add the lentils, water, chile, and bay leaf, and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer over low heat for 15 minutes. Add 1 teaspoon salt and the potatoes and continue to simmer gently for 30 minutes, until the lentils and potatoes are tender. Add more salt and freshly ground pepper to taste.
  • While the lentils are simmering, cook the cabbage with the remaining onion and garlic in a wide lidded skillet. Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat and add the sliced onion. Cook, stirring often, until tender, about 5 minutes. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt and the garlic and stir together until the garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the cabbage and turn the heat to medium-high. Cook, stirring, until the cabbage begins to wilt. Add 1/4 cup water, turn the heat down to medium, cover and simmer 10 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender and sweet, stirring from time to time. Add salt and freshly ground pepper to taste.
  • Spread the cabbage over the bottom of the pan in an even layer. Top with the lentils and potatoes. Sprinkle on the parsley, and serve in wide soup bowls. Sprinkle with Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Fat 7.3, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 43.7, Carbohydrate 33.1, Fiber 10.4, Sugar 8.6, Protein 8.8

HEARTY VEGETARIAN LENTIL STEW



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A hearty vegetarian lentil stew that's delicious, inexpensive, and goes a long way. Even if you're not a vegetarian, it makes a fulfilling, delicious meal. A nice crusty bread goes well on the side. Great to bring to work. This is a bulk recipe that keeps well refrigerated and reheats very nicely. Don't be afraid to scale down if need be.

Provided by selms312

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews

Time 1h40m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 18

5 cups water
1 (16 ounce) package dry lentils, rinsed and drained
1 ½ cups dry white wine
3 cups chopped carrots
3 cups chopped celery
2 cups vegetable broth
1 (16 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 ½ cups chopped onion
1 ½ cups chopped bell pepper
1 ½ cups chopped cabbage
½ (8 ounce) can tomato paste
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons curry powder
1 ½ tablespoons chopped garlic
1 ½ tablespoons onion powder
1 ½ tablespoons kosher salt, or to taste
1 ½ teaspoons black pepper
1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin

Steps:

  • Bring water and lentils to a boil in a large saucepan. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Increase heat to high, add wine, and let it sizzle and bubble for 1 minute. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 3 minutes.
  • Stir in carrots, celery, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, onion, bell pepper, cabbage, tomato paste, brown sugar, curry powder, garlic, onion powder, salt, pepper, and cumin. Cook, stirring frequently, until flavors are well blended and vegetables are tender, 45 minutes to 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156.5 calories, Carbohydrate 26.6 g, Fat 0.6 g, Fiber 10 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 659.8 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

SAUSAGE LENTIL STEW



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This hearty stew is brimming with protein-packed lentils, vegetables and tasty turkey kielbasa. It's big on flavor but easy on the budget. - Patti St. Antoine, Broomfield, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound fully cooked turkey kielbasa, thinly sliced
2 medium carrots, sliced
2 celery ribs, sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons canola oil
3 cups water
2 medium potatoes, diced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 cup dried lentils, rinsed
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook the kielbasa, carrots, celery, onion and garlic in oil until vegetables are almost tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the water, potatoes, broth, lentils, salt, cumin and cayenne; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 40 minutes or until potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally. Add tomatoes and chiles; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 1236mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 12g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPICY LENTIL & CHICKPEA STEW



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This recipe came to me from a friend who had worked at a health food store. I changed a few things until I found a version that my family loved. My son doesn't like things too spicy, so I make the stew milder for him and add a sprinkle of extra spice in mine. My husband, who farms, works outdoors for long hours at a time and finds this soup hearty enough to keep him satisfied. -Melanie MacFarlane, Bedeque, Prince Edward Island

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 8h25m

Yield 8 servings (2-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 cans (15 ounces each) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 cup dried lentils, rinsed
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
3 teaspoons smoked paprika
4 cups vegetable broth
4 cans (8 ounces each) no-salt-added tomato sauce
4 cups fresh baby spinach
3/4 cup fat-free plain yogurt

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, oregano and pepper flakes; cook and stir until onion is tender, 8-10 minutes. Transfer to a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker., Add chickpeas, lentils, olives and paprika; stir in broth and tomato sauce. Cook, covered, on low 8-10 hours, until lentils are tender. Stir in spinach. Top servings with yogurt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 712mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose the right lentils. For this recipe, brown or green lentils are the best choice. They hold their shape well and have a slightly nutty flavor.
  • Rinse the lentils before cooking. This will help to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will give your stew a more complex flavor and texture. Some good choices include carrots, celery, onion, potatoes, and tomatoes.
  • Season the stew to taste. Salt, pepper, garlic, and cumin are all good options.
  • Serve the stew with a side of bread or rice. This will help to soak up the delicious broth.

Conclusion:

Lentil and cabbage stew is a hearty, flavorful, and nutritious meal that is perfect for a cold night. It is also very easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give lentil and cabbage stew a try!

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