Chilean Lentil Stew With Salsa Verde
Active Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 1/4 cups finely chopped celery (4 to 6 stalks) or fennel (1 bulb)
- 3 small carrots, peeled and finely chopped (1/2 cup)
- 1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
- 5 tablespoons finely chopped shallot (1 large), divided
- 2 large cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 1/2 cups French green lentils, sorted and rinsed
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth, or water
- 3/4 teaspoon ground pepper, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
- 1 small bunch Italian parsley, finely chopped (about 3/4 cup)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
Add tomato paste; cook, stirring, for 30 seconds. Add lentils, broth (or water), 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until the lentils are tender, 35 to 40 minutes.
Meanwhile, combine parsley, lime juice, vinegar, and the remaining 2 tablespoons shallot and 1/4 teaspoon each pepper and salt in a small bowl; stir well.
Tasty Tips
To make ahead, prepare stew through Step 1.Refrigerate for up to three days.
Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave, adding water if necessary.
Recipe nutrition per serving: 321 Calories, Total Fat: 5 g, Saturated Fat: 0 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Carbohydrates: 53 g, Fiber: 13 g, Total Sugars: 6 g, Protein: 18 g, Sodium: 454 mg, Potassium: 1016 mg, Iron: 5 mg, Folate: 49 mcg, Calcium: 82 mg, Vitamin A: 8317 IU, Vitamin C: 46 mg