Stew recipes: lentils, kale and chickpeas

A good stew needs three things: a filling base of lentils, beans, chickpeas, potatoes or pearl barley, plenty of veg, and enough time for the flavours to develop. It often tastes even better on the second day. You cook most of the recipes here in one pot, and you can freeze leftovers in portions.

All stews

Moroccan chickpea stew – 350 kcal
High-protein Mediterranean beef stew – 450 kcal
High-protein Mediterranean lentil stew with feta – 380 kcal
Mild oat and chicken stew with parsnip – 340 kcal
Pepper and chicken stew – 350 kcal
Vegan sweet potato stew – 360 kcal
Savoury vegan lentil and vegetable stew – 390 kcal
Vegan white cabbage and bean stew with caraway and potatoes – 323 kcal
Vegan chickpea and spinach stew with potatoes – 360 kcal
Vegan lentil and sweet potato stew – 380 kcal
Vegan tomato and lentil stew – 310 kcal
West African sweet potato and peanut stew – 380 kcal
Vegan lentil and carrot stew – 350 kcal
Tuscan white bean stew – 320 kcal
Gluten-free lentil stew with savoy cabbage and potatoes – 370 kcal
Vegan lentil and coconut stew – 410 kcal
Vegan chard stew with tofu – 310 kcal
Greek oven-baked giant bean stew with tomatoes – 350 kcal
Vegan king oyster mushroom stew with potatoes – 400 kcal
High-protein turkey and lentil stew – 450 kcal
Vegan chickpea and spinach stew with turmeric – 340 kcal
Warming chickpea and spinach stew – 340 kcal
Gluten-free sweet potato curry stew – 380 kcal
Low-carb bone broth stew with carrots and celery – 250 kcal

Frequently asked questions

Can I freeze stew?

Yes, most stews keep for about three months in the freezer, well wrapped. Potatoes go a little softer after thawing – if you don’t like that, add them fresh.

How long does stew keep in the fridge?

Cooled and covered, two to three days. Reheat it until piping hot before eating.

Do I need to soak lentils for stew?

Not red and yellow lentils – they’re soft after 10 to 15 minutes. Brown lentils need 25 to 40 minutes; soaking shortens the cooking time a little.