Vegan Rich Tomato Stew
Hearty, wholesome, and bursting with flavor, this Vegan Rich Tomato Stew is the ultimate comfort food for plant-based eaters and veggie lovers alike. Packed with nutrient-dense ingredients like colorful bell peppers, zucchini, button mushrooms, and carrots, this stew is simmered to perfection in a rich base of crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, and aromatic herbs like oregano and basil. The addition of sautéed onions and garlic enhances the depth of flavor, while a touch of tomato paste creates a satisfyingly thick and velvety texture. Ready in just an hour, this one-pot wonder is perfect for a cozy family dinner or meal prep for the week. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve it with crusty bread or over your favorite grain for a comforting vegan meal that’s as nourishing as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 3 large garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 large red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 8 ounces button mushrooms, sliced
- 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the diced carrots, celery, red bell pepper, and zucchini to the pot. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are slightly tender.
Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for another 3 minutes.
Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth. Stir in the tomato paste until fully incorporated.
Add dried oregano, dried basil, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine.
Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are fully cooked and flavors are well blended.
Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if desired.
Stir in the chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Ladle into bowls and serve hot. Enjoy your Vegan Rich Tomato Stew!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1080 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 39.4 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.3 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5376 mg | 234% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 163.8 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 44.8 g | 160% | |
| Total Sugars | 80.6 g | ||
| Protein | 42.7 g | 85% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 712 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 19.3 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 7668 mg | 163% | |
*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.
