Vegan German Lentil Eintopf with Apple Cider Vinegar

A hearty and flavorful vegan lentil stew, inspired by the classic German Eintopf. This version features brown or green lentils, root vegetables, and a touch of smokiness from paprika, finished with a tangy apple cider vinegar.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

450

Level

Easy

Yields

4 servings

Cost

£0.79

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Ingredients

Servings

1cupBrown or Green Lentils(rinsed)

£0.30

6cupsVegetable Broth(low sodium)

£0.75

2mediumCarrot(chopped)

£0.20

2Celery Stalks(chopped)

£0.35

1mediumYellow Onion(chopped)

£0.30

2mediumPotatoes(diced)

£0.40

1mediumParsnip(diced)

£0.25

2clovesGarlic(minced)

£0.10

1teaspoonSmoked Paprika

£0.05

0.5teaspoonDried Thyme

£0.03

1Bay Leaf

£0.02

2tablespoonsApple Cider Vinegar(or more to taste)

£0.05

2tablespoonsOlive Oil

£0.15

to tasteSalt

to tasteBlack Pepper

2tablespoonsFresh Parsley(chopped, for garnish (optional))

£0.20

Total Cost

£3.15

£0.79 per serving

The Method

1
Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, and celery and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
2
Add garlic, smoked paprika, and dried thyme and cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.
3
Stir in the lentils, potatoes, and parsnip. Pour in the vegetable broth and add the bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the lentils and vegetables are tender.
4
Remove the bay leaf. Stir in the apple cider vinegar. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley (optional).

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (500g)

450 kcal / 1883 kJ

Carbs

65g

25% of RDA

Fat

13g

19% of RDA

Protein

25g

50% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

20 g

67% of RDA

Sugar

10 g

11% of RDA

Sodium

750 mg

33% of RDA

Saturated Fat

2 g

10% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a thicker Eintopf, you can blend a portion of the soup with an immersion blender before adding the apple cider vinegar.

Other root vegetables like celeriac or rutabaga can be added for more variety.

Adjust the amount of apple cider vinegar to your liking. Start with a small amount and add more until you reach your desired tanginess.

This Eintopf tastes even better the next day!

Cooking Equipment

Large pot or Dutch oven

Cutting board

Knife

Wine Pairings

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