02/13/2026
This is a delicious plant-based option for dinner. Enjoy!
EGGPLANT AND LENTIL STEW WITH BALSAMIC GLAZE
Ingredients:
1 Eggplant (medium, chopped)
1 tsp
Sea Salt (divided)
1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil (divided)
1 cup Lentils (cooked)
1 Yellow Onion (small, finely chopped)
2 Garlic (clove, minced)
1 Tomato (medium, chopped)
1/4 cup Mint Leaves (chopped)
1 1/2 tsp Tomato Paste
1/8 tsp Chili Flakes
2 tbsp Balsamic Glaze
Instructions:
1. Arrange the eggplant on a plate or cutting board in a single layer. Sprinkle with 1/3 of the salt and let rest for 15 minutes until the excess moisture is drawn out.
Lightly coat the bottom of a heavy-bottomed pot with 1/4 of the oil.
2. Combine the lentils, onion, garlic, tomato, mint, tomato paste, and chili flakes in a bowl.
3. Pat the eggplant dry. Spread 1/3 of the lentil mixture in the prepared pot.
4. Arrange half of the eggplant on top. Spread half of the remaining lentil mixture over the eggplant. Repeat with the remaining eggplant and lentil mixture.
5. Pour the remaining oil around the sides and over the vegetables. Drizzle the balsamic glaze evenly over top.
6. Bring the stew to a gentle boil. Cover, reduce the heat to low, and cook for 30 minutes until the eggplant is very tender. Divide evenly between bowls and enjoy!