this is the kind of dinner that feels like a hug in a bowl. warm, cozy, lemony, and deeply nourishing, but still bright and fresh enough that you don’t feel weighed down after eating it.
it’s one of those recipes that smells incredible while it cooks, uses simple pantry ingredients, and somehow tastes even better the next day.
the combination of tender japanese sweet potatoes, soft red lentils, warming spices, and a creamy greek yogurt finish makes this stew hearty without being heavy.
it’s comforting, but not boring. cozy, but still fresh. and honestly? one of my favorite ways to get in protein and veggies without thinking too hard about it.
this stew is rich, creamy, and lightly tangy thanks to the lemon juice and greek yogurt stirred in at the end.
the japanese sweet potatoes become perfectly tender and slightly sweet, which balances beautifully with the warm spices and savory lentils.
the nutritional yeast adds a subtle umami depth (not cheesy, just cozy), while the fresh herbs at the end keep everything bright and balanced.
it’s thick enough to feel satisfying, but still spoonable and stew-like, especially good with some crusty bread or a side salad.
this is one of those “throw it on the stove, let it simmer, and come back to magic” meals.
you start by sautéing onion and garlic in avocado oil until soft and fragrant, then add chunks of japanese sweet potato to build flavor early on.
once the lentils, lemon juice, spices, and broth go in, everything simmers together until the lentils are soft and the sweet potatoes are fork-tender.
the key step happens at the end: turning the heat low and folding in tempered greek yogurt for creaminess without curdling. nutritional yeast goes in right after, followed by a big handful of fresh herbs to finish it off.
simple steps, big payoff.
this stew stores beautifully in the fridge for up to 4 days and reheats best over low heat.
it thickens as it sits, so just add a splash of broth or water when warming it up. it’s ideal for make-ahead lunches or easy weeknight dinners when you want something nourishing but low-effort.
store leftover stew in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
the stew will naturally thicken as it sits, especially because of the lentils and greek yogurt.
when reheating, warm gently over low heat on the stovetop or in the microwave, stirring occasionally, and add a splash of vegetable broth or water as needed to loosen it back to your desired consistency.
avoid high heat to keep the yogurt creamy and smooth. this stew reheats beautifully and honestly tastes even better the next day.
if you like Cozy Lemony Lentil & Japanese Sweet Potato Stew, you’ll also love these other recipes of mine!
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Baked Whipped Feta and Pumpkin Spinach Dip
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Healthy High Protein Broccoli Cheddar Pasta (Panera Copycat!)
The Best Gluten-Free Weeknight Enchiladas (Vegetarian +15g Protein!)
Lower Carb Buffalo Cauliflower Flatbreads
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4
servings15
minutes50
minutes488
kcalmacros per serving (4 servings)
per serving:
calories: ~488
protein: ~26 g
carbs: ~61 g
fat: ~17 g
fiber: ~14–15 g
3 small japanese sweet potatoes, cut into bite-sized chunks
1 small yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp avocado oil
sea salt and black pepper, to taste
1 cup red/orange lentils, rinsed and drained
juice of 2 lemons
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp turmeric
1/2 tsp ground ginger
1 tsp all-purpose seasoning of choice
5 cups vegetable broth
1/4 cup nutritional yeast
1 cup plain greek yogurt
a large handful freshly chopped parsley or cilantro
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