Warm up with a bowl of **Dairy-Free Hearty Minced Meat Stew**, the ultimate comfort food for cozy nights. This wholesome recipe combines tender ground beef or turkey, vibrant vegetables like carrots, celery, and red bell peppers, and creamy diced potatoes simmered in a rich, tomato-based broth. Seasoned with aromatic herbs like thyme and oregano and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this nourishing stew features a balance of bold flavors and hearty textures—completely free of dairy. Ready in just over an hour, it’s perfect for family dinners, meal prepping, or anyone craving a warming dish that’s both satisfying and health-conscious. Whether served with crusty bread or simply on its own, this stew is a delicious, one-pot meal that’s sure to become a household favorite.
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 4-5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic, carrots, celery, and red bell pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
Add the ground beef or turkey to the pot, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and beef or vegetable broth. Stir to combine.
Add the bay leaf, dried thyme, and dried oregano to the pot.
Mix in the diced potatoes. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the stew simmer for 30 minutes.
After 30 minutes, stir in the frozen peas and season the stew with salt and black pepper.
Cover again and simmer for another 10 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
Remove the bay leaf from the pot before serving.
Serve the stew hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
Calories |
2350 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 123.7 g | 159% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.4 g | 207% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 363 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 4684 mg | 204% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 210.5 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.5 g | 134% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.3 g | ||
| Protein | 109.2 g | 218% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 524 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 26.1 mg | 145% | |
| Potassium | 7344 mg | 156% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.