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Lentil Mushroom Stroganoff

Creamy Lentil Mushroom Stroganoff That Warms the Soul

Lentil Mushroom Stroganoff is a creamy, comforting dish that warms the soul and delights vegetarian food lovers.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stroganoff
  • 1 cup dried green or brown lentils rinsed and drained
  • 8 ounces sliced mushrooms button or cremini recommended
  • 1 medium onion finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 cups vegetable broth consider low-sodium
  • 1 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt or coconut cream for vegan
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour or cornstarch for gluten-free
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 8 ounces egg noodles or favorite pasta substitute with gluten-free pasta or rice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • large skillet
  • Pot
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse and drain lentils. Combine with water in a saucepan, boil, then simmer for 20-25 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in skillet, add onion, and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add garlic and mushrooms, cooking for 5-7 minutes until browned.
  3. Sprinkle thyme and paprika over mushrooms, pour in soy sauce, and let cook for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Dust flour over mushroom mixture, stir, and gradually add vegetable broth, stirring continuously. Simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
  5. Lower heat and stir in cooked lentils and sour cream/yogurt. Combine and warm through for 2-3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  7. Serve stroganoff over pasta and garnish with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 12gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This recipe can be made gluten-free and vegan by substituting the respective ingredients. Adjust seasonings to taste.

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