Warm, hearty, and bursting with flavor, this Soy-Free Rich Tomato Stew is the perfect comfort food to satisfy your taste buds while accommodating dietary restrictions. Brimming with vibrant vegetables like carrots, zucchini, and red bell peppers, this nutrient-packed stew combines rich crushed tomatoes and aromatic herbs such as thyme and oregano, creating a robust, savory base. The addition of potatoes and vegetable broth ensures a thick, satisfying consistency with every spoonful. Completely soy-free, this recipe caters to those with allergies or preferences while offering a wholesome, crowd-pleasing option for cozy dinners or meal prepping. Ready in under an hour and customizable to your liking, serve this stew garnished with fresh parsley and enjoy its warming goodness all year round!
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
Add the sliced carrots, celery, and red bell pepper to the pot. Cook for about 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
Add the diced zucchini and potatoes. Stir well to combine.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth.
Add the bay leaves, dried thyme, oregano, black pepper, and salt. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
Simmer for 25-30 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
Remove and discard bay leaves.
Stir in the chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper to taste, if necessary.
Serve hot, garnished with extra parsley if desired.
Calories |
1646 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 54.3 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.6 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5794 mg | 252% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 268.0 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 47.8 g | 171% | |
| Total Sugars | 76.8 g | ||
| Protein | 44.1 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 641 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 18.9 mg | 105% | |
| Potassium | 8858 mg | 188% | |
*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.