Low Fat Hearty Broccoli Stew
Dive into a bowl of comforting goodness with this Low Fat Hearty Broccoli Stew, a satisfying and wholesome recipe that’s perfect for chilly evenings or a light yet nourishing meal. Packed with vibrant vegetables like tender broccoli florets, sweet carrots, and earthy potatoes, this stew is brimming with flavor from aromatic garlic, onions, and a medley of dried herbs, including thyme and basil. Simmered in a low-sodium vegetable broth, it's a guilt-free way to indulge in a filling dish that's naturally low in fat and high in nutrients. Ready in under an hour and serving four, this easy-to-make stew is a great option for healthy weeknight dinners or meal prep. Pair it with crusty bread or enjoy it as is to savor its hearty, clean flavors. Keywords: low-fat broccoli stew recipe, hearty vegetable stew, easy healthy dinner, low-sodium stew.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 large carrot, sliced
- 2 celery stalk, sliced
- 1 large potato, diced
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 bay leaf
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the broccoli florets, sliced carrot, sliced celery, and diced potato to the pot.
Pour in the low-sodium vegetable broth and stir everything together.
Add the dried thyme, dried basil, and bay leaf.
Season with salt and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
Serve the stew hot and enjoy your hearty, low-fat broccoli stew.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
645 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.0 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2362 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 114.3 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.8 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.5 g | ||
| Protein | 20.9 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 433 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 3398 mg | 72% | |
*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.
