Savory Simmered Vegetables
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this hearty and wholesome Savory Simmered Vegetables recipe, a colorful medley of fresh produce infused with the comforting flavors of herbs and aromatics. Perfectly balanced with tender carrots, zucchini, red bell peppers, and vibrant broccoli florets, this dish is gently simmered in a rich vegetable broth seasoned with thyme, oregano, garlic, and onion, creating a fragrant and nutritious stew-like meal. Ready in just 45 minutes and ideal for feeding a family of four, this recipe is both simple and versatile; it pairs beautifully with rice, quinoa, or crusty bread for a filling vegetarian option. Garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of freshness, Savory Simmered Vegetables is sure to become your go-to recipe for a clean, satisfying meal that's big on flavor and comfort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 2 medium, sliced carrots
- 1 medium, sliced zucchini
- 1 medium, cut into strips red bell pepper
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion to the pot and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add the sliced carrots, zucchini, and red bell pepper to the pot. Sauté for 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften.
Add the broccoli florets to the pot and pour in the vegetable broth.
Stir in the dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.
Allow the vegetables to simmer for about 15 minutes, or until they are tender to your liking.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Serve warm, optionally over a bed of rice or quinoa for a heartier meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
877 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.7 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.3 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5440 mg | 237% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 116.1 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.6 g | 95% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.9 g | ||
| Protein | 29.7 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 366 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 3069 mg | 65% | |
*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.
