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Old-Fashioned Vegan Stew

Old-Fashioned Vegan Stew for Cozy Comfort on Chilly Nights

Warm up with this Old-Fashioned Vegan Stew, a cozy dish brimming with hearty vegetables and delightful flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Feel free to substitute with any neutral oil.
  • 1 Onion Yellow or white onions work best.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh garlic is preferred.
  • 2 cups Carrots Sliced; or substitute with parsnips.
  • 1 cup Celery Sliced; optional for simpler taste.
  • 4 cups Potatoes Cubed; sweet potatoes can be used.
  • 1 cup Green Beans Chopped; peas or spinach are alternatives.
  • 1 cup Peas Can swap with corn or omit.
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes With juice, canned or fresh.
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth Ensure it's gluten-free if necessary.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Consider using double diced tomatoes as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Fresh herbs can be used if available.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary Fresh herbs can also be used.
  • 1 Bay Leaf Remove before serving.
  • to taste Salt Adjust to personal taste.
  • to taste Pepper Adjust to personal taste.

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by warming 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add one chopped onion to the hot oil and sauté for about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Toss in sliced carrots, celery, and cubed potatoes. Sauté for about 8 minutes.
  5. Add chopped green beans and peas to the pot, mixing everything well for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  6. Pour in a can of diced tomatoes with juice and 4 cups of vegetable broth, bringing to a gentle boil.
  7. Once boiling, stir in 2 tablespoons of tomato paste until fully incorporated.
  8. Add dried thyme, rosemary, and a bay leaf, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and cover. Simmer for 45 minutes.
  10. After 45 minutes, remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning if needed.
  11. Ladle into bowls and serve hot, optionally garnishing with freshly chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This stew tastes even better the next day, making it great for meal prep. For a protein boost, consider adding canned chickpeas or lentils in the last 15 minutes of cooking.

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