Vegetarian Hearty Green Bean Stew
Warm, comforting, and packed with vibrant vegetables, this Vegetarian Hearty Green Bean Stew is the perfect one-pot meal for cozy nights. Featuring fresh green beans, carrots, and russet potatoes simmered in a rich vegetable broth flavored with aromatic garlic, thyme, and a hint of tangy lemon juice, this stew is a nourishing and satisfying main dish. The addition of tomato paste deepens the hearty flavor, while fresh parsley adds a burst of color and brightness. Ready in just over an hour and serving up to six, this wholesome recipe is ideal for vegetarians and anyone seeking a comforting, plant-based dinner option. Serve it piping hot for a soul-soothing meal that’s as easy to prepare as it is delicious! Keywords: vegetarian stew, green bean stew, hearty vegetable stew, plant-based dinner, comfort food recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 450 grams green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook for about 5 minutes until it becomes translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the green beans, carrots, and cubed potatoes to the pot, stirring to combine with the onions and garlic.
Mix in the tomato paste, ensuring the vegetables are well-coated.
Pour in the vegetable broth and add the bay leaf and thyme.
Season with salt and black pepper. Stir again to combine.
Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 30-35 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
Remove the bay leaf and stir in the fresh parsley and lemon juice.
Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1444 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.8 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.5 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4361 mg | 190% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 256.5 g | 93% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 42.4 g | 151% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.7 g | ||
| Protein | 45.5 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 504 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 15.3 mg | 85% | |
| Potassium | 6729 mg | 143% | |
*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.
