Slow-Cooker Curried Sweet Potato and Lentil Stew

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
18%
Slow-Cooker Curried Sweet Potato and Lentil Stew
330 min.
6
198kcal

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Warm up your kitchen and your soul with this delightful Slow-Cooker Curried Sweet Potato and Lentil Stew! Perfect for those chilly evenings, this vegetarian and gluten-free dish is not only comforting but also packed with nutrients. The vibrant colors of dark-orange sweet potatoes and fresh green beans make this stew as visually appealing as it is delicious.

Imagine the aroma of curry powder and cumin wafting through your home as it simmers away in the slow cooker. This recipe combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the hearty texture of lentils, creating a satisfying meal that will please both vegetarians and meat-lovers alike. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is bursting with flavor and goodness.

Whether you're looking for a cozy soup to start your dinner or a nutritious snack to enjoy throughout the day, this stew fits the bill perfectly. Each serving is low in calories yet high in protein, making it an excellent choice for a healthy lifestyle. Top it off with a dollop of plain fat-free yogurt for a creamy finish that complements the spices beautifully.

Gather your ingredients, set your slow cooker, and let the magic happen. In just a few hours, you’ll have a hearty stew that warms the heart and nourishes the body. Dive into this culinary adventure and enjoy the delightful flavors of this Curried Sweet Potato and Lentil Stew!

Ingredients

  • cups sweet potatoes and into peeled (1 inch)
  • 0.3 cup onion finely chopped
  • 1.5 cups baby carrots 
  • 0.8 cup lentils dried rinsed
  • teaspoons vegetable oil 
  • tablespoon curry powder 
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • teaspoon ginger finely chopped
  • clove garlic finely chopped
  • 14 oz vegetable stock canned
  • 1.5 cups green beans frozen thawed
  • 0.5 cup yogurt plain fat-free

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. In 3- to 4-quart slow cooker, mix sweet potatoes, onion, carrots and lentils.
  2. In 8-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat.
  3. Add curry powder, cumin, salt, pepper, gingerroot and garlic; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Stir in broth.
  4. Pour mixture into slow cooker; stir.
  5. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 5 to 6 hours.
  6. Increase heat setting to High. Stir in green beans. Cover; cook about 15 minutes longer or until green beans are crisp-tender.
  7. Serve topped with yogurt.

Nutrition Facts

Calories198kcal
Protein18.59%
Fat9.56%
Carbs71.85%

Properties

Glycemic Index
47.93
Glycemic Load
9.49
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
19.203043377918%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.08mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Isorhamnetin
0.33mg
Kaempferol
0.17mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
2.12mg
Gallocatechin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:198.02kcal
9.9%
Fat:2.15g
3.31%
Saturated Fat:0.36g
2.22%
Carbohydrates:36.4g
12.13%
Net Carbohydrates:24.89g
9.05%
Sugar:8.15g
9.05%
Cholesterol:0.41mg
0.14%
Sodium:540.22mg
23.49%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.42g
18.84%
Vitamin A:14203.32IU
284.07%
Fiber:11.5g
46.02%
Folate:145.35µg
36.34%
Manganese:0.68mg
34.12%
Vitamin B1:0.31mg
20.81%
Vitamin K:21.22µg
20.21%
Phosphorus:199.06mg
19.91%
Potassium:674.89mg
19.28%
Vitamin B6:0.38mg
18.99%
Iron:3.35mg
18.63%
Magnesium:64.7mg
16.18%
Copper:0.3mg
14.81%
Vitamin B5:1.38mg
13.8%
Zinc:1.74mg
11.61%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
10.92%
Calcium:105.3mg
10.53%
Vitamin C:7.83mg
9.49%
Vitamin B3:1.47mg
7.33%
Selenium:3.88µg
5.54%
Vitamin E:0.76mg
5.07%
Vitamin B12:0.12µg
2.08%