Description
A thick, rustic Chunky Vegetable Stew filled with wholesome veggies, tender potatoes, and aromatic herbs. This comforting, nutrient-packed stew is the perfect plant-based meal to warm you up from the inside out.
Ingredients
2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks, diced
2 potatoes, cubed
1 zucchini, chopped
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 cup green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
4 cups vegetable broth
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp dried rosemary
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened.
3. Stir in tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
4. Add potatoes, zucchini, bell pepper, and green beans; mix well.
5. Pour in diced tomatoes and vegetable broth; bring to a boil.
6. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender.
7. Adjust seasoning to taste.
8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Add lentils or chickpeas for a protein boost.
Use seasonal vegetables for variety and freshness.
Pairs wonderfully with crusty bread or a side of quinoa for a hearty meal.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: vegetable stew, chunky vegetable soup, vegan comfort food, healthy dinner, one pot meal