Nut-Free Rich Tomato Stew
Warm up with this comforting Nut-Free Rich Tomato Stew, a hearty dish bursting with vibrant flavors from fresh vegetables, aromatic herbs, and tangy crushed tomatoes. Perfectly suited for those with nut allergies, this wholesome, allergy-friendly recipe combines tender carrots, celery, and potatoes with savory garlic and onion, all simmered in a flavorful tomato and vegetable broth base. Spices like oregano and thyme, along with a finishing touch of freshly chopped basil and parsley, create a rich, satisfying depth of flavor. Ready in under an hour and easy to prepare, this stew is perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. Serve it with crusty bread or enjoy it on its own for a nourishing, vegetarian meal that everyone will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion
- 2 medium carrots
- 2 medium celery stalks
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 large red bell pepper
- 2 medium potatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup fresh basil
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Dice the onion, carrots, and celery. Mince the garlic cloves.
Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the tomato paste, and cook for another minute.
Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth. Stir to combine.
Chop the red bell pepper and cube the potatoes. Add them to the pot.
Stir in the dried oregano, dried thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for 30 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Finely chop the fresh basil and parsley. Stir them into the stew.
Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1537 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.0 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.7 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5828 mg | 253% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 239.7 g | 87% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 47.3 g | 169% | |
| Total Sugars | 75.4 g | ||
| Protein | 44.5 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 588 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 20.2 mg | 112% | |
| Potassium | 8187 mg | 174% | |
*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.
