Dairy-Free Rich Tomato Stew

Warm up with a bowl of hearty and flavorful Dairy-Free Rich Tomato Stew, the ultimate plant-based comfort food! This vibrant, nutrient-packed recipe combines fresh vegetables like zucchini, carrots, and bell peppers with pantry staples such as black beans, corn, and crushed tomatoes for a meal that's bursting with wholesome goodness. Fragrant herbs like thyme, oregano, and smoked paprika add depth, while a touch of chili powder brings a gentle kick of heat. Slow-simmered to perfection, this dairy-free stew is rich, satisfying, and entirely comforting—perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or meal prep. Serve it hot, garnished with fresh basil, and pair it with crusty bread or a simple side salad for a complete, nourishing meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large, chopped yellow onion
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 2 chopped celery stalks
• 2 large, peeled and sliced carrots
• 1 diced red bell pepper
• 1 chopped zucchini
• 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 15 ounces canned, drained and rinsed black beans
• 1 cup frozen corn kernels
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup chopped fresh basil

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion, cooking until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, celery, carrots, and red bell pepper. Sauté for an additional 5 minutes, until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 4

Add the chopped zucchini and cook for another 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth, then stir in the tomato paste until fully combined.

Step 6

Add the bay leaf, thyme, oregano, smoked paprika, and chili powder. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Add the black beans and corn, continuing to simmer for an additional 10 minutes.

Step 9

Season the stew with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 11

Garnish with fresh chopped basil before serving. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3023.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1502.2

Total Fat 42.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 8225.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 247.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 68.2g	0%
Total Sugars 97.5g
Protein 58.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 859.7mg	0%
Iron 22.3mg	0%
Potassium 6999.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.6%

Protein: 14.7%

Carbs: 61.7%