Savory Vegan Lentil & Quinoa Stew

Ingredients

• 1 cup green lentils, rinsed
• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 1 large onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 can (411g) diced tomatoes
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 2 teaspoons cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cups spinach, chopped

1. 1In a slow cooker, combine the lentils, quinoa, onion, garlic, carrots, celery, bell pepper, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, cumin, smoked paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper.
2. 2Stir the mixture well and cover the slow cooker.
3. 3Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the lentils and quinoa are tender.
4. 4About 10 minutes before serving, stir in the chopped spinach until wilted.
5. 5Serve hot or let cool for meal prep storage.