recipe for Mediterranean Lentil and Cauliflower Stew

Ingredients

• 1 cup dried lentils
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
• 1 cucumber, chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 carrot, diced
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• Cooked rice (optional, for serving)