Vegetarian Lagarto Cozido
Delight in the comforting and wholesome flavors of Vegetarian Lagarto Cozido, a plant-based twist on a classic Brazilian dish. This hearty stew combines vibrant ingredients like sweet potatoes, chickpeas, kale, and tomatoes, all simmered in a fragrant blend of paprika, thyme, and bay leaf for a deeply satisfying meal that's as nourishing as it is delicious. With its rich vegetable broth base and medley of tender root vegetables, this recipe delivers both warmth and nutrition in every spoonful. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or meal prep, it comes together in just an hour and is finished with a fresh parsley garnish for a vibrant touch. Whether you're a seasoned vegetarian or simply looking for a flavorful meatless meal, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 large carrots, peeled and sliced into rounds
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 large potato, peeled and cubed
- 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 15-ounce can canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes
- 2 cups Kale, roughly chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the carrots, celery, potato, and sweet potato, stirring to combine. Cook for about 5 minutes, allowing the vegetables to slightly soften.
Add the chickpeas, vegetable broth, bay leaf, paprika, and thyme. Stir to incorporate all the ingredients.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 20 minutes, or until the root vegetables are tender.
Stir in the diced tomatoes and kale. Season with salt and black pepper.
Cover and simmer for an additional 10 minutes, or until the kale wilts and the flavors meld together.
Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
462 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.6 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.6 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1384 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 79.1 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.3 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.1 g | ||
| Protein | 16.3 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 257 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 2041 mg | 43% | |
*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.
