Spicy Rhubarb Lentil Stew (One-Pot Weeknight)

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup Dried red lentils
• 1 cup Rhubarb, chopped
• 1/2 medium Onion, diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 cups Vegetable broth (or water)
• 1/2 tsp Chili flakes (or chopped chili)
• 1/2 tsp Ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp Smoked paprika
• 1/4 tsp Salt
• 1/8 tsp Black pepper
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prep (10 minutes): Chop the rhubarb and dice the onion; mince the garlic. Rinse the lentils under cold water.

2. 2

   Cook (30 minutes): Heat olive oil in a one-pot pot over medium heat. Sauté onion for 3 minutes, then add garlic, chili flakes, cumin, and smoked paprika and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

3. 3

   Add lentils and broth to the pot. Bring to a simmer and cook uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

4. 4

   Add rhubarb and salt. Simmer for 10–12 minutes more, until lentils are tender and the stew is thick.

5. 5

   Finish: Stir in black pepper and lemon juice (if using). Taste and adjust salt/chili as needed, then serve hot.