Mediterranean Diet Vegetable Broth
Warm, nourishing, and packed with wholesome ingredients, this Mediterranean Diet Vegetable Broth is a flavor-filled staple that brings the essence of the Mediterranean to your kitchen. Made with a vibrant medley of vegetables like zucchini, carrots, and tomatoes, and infused with fresh parsley, thyme, and a hint of lemon, this broth is a versatile base for soups, stews, or sipping on its own. The inclusion of heart-healthy olive oil, aromatic garlic, and nutrient-rich herbs makes it a perfect addition to a balanced Mediterranean diet. Simmered to perfection and strained for clarity, this vegan and gluten-free broth is an easy, homemade alternative to store-bought options, ready to elevate your culinary creations. Whether you're meal prepping or craving a comforting, healthful boost, this simple recipe is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large (chopped) yellow onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 2 medium (chopped) carrots
- 2 chopped celery stalks
- 1 medium (chopped) zucchini
- 2 medium (chopped) tomatoes
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 small bunch (stems included) fresh parsley
- 5 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 10 cups water
- 1 small (halved) lemon
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large stockpot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the carrots, celery, zucchini, and tomatoes. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the bay leaves, parsley bunch (stems included), thyme sprigs, and black peppercorns.
Pour in the water and stir in the sea salt.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 45 minutes.
Squeeze the juice from the lemon halves into the broth, then add the lemon halves to the pot for additional flavor.
Simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
Remove the pot from the heat and carefully strain the broth through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a large bowl or another pot. Discard the solids.
Taste and adjust the seasoning, if needed.
Let the broth cool before storing in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freezing for later use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
607 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.3 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4770 mg | 207% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.2 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.6 g | 77% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.3 g | ||
| Protein | 12.4 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 565 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 3234 mg | 69% | |
*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.
