Vegetarian Mexican Lentils

Vegetarian Mexican Lentils

Author: Chef Elsa Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 30 min Total Time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings Category: Dishes Cuisine: Mexican Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Description A cozy, flavor-packed pot of comfort blending earthy lentils with smoky spices and sweet potatoes.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup diced sweet potatoes ( 1/2 inch pieces)
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 cup brown lentils, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (15 ounces) no-salt-added black beans
  • 1 can (15 ounces) no-salt-added diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 2 cups broth of choice
  • Cheddar cheese, to taste
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Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Sauté onion until translucent.
  2. Add garlic and sweet potatoes; cook until softened.
  3. Stir in cumin, chili powder, and tomato paste; cook for 1 minute.
  4. Add lentils, black beans, diced tomatoes, corn, and broth; bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 25–30 minutes until lentils are tender.
  6. Adjust seasoning, serve, and top with cheddar cheese.

Notes

  1. Notes
  2. For a vegan version, omit cheddar and finish with avocado slices or cashew crema.