Diabetic Vegetable Stock

Elevate your healthy cooking game with this flavorful Diabetic Vegetable Stock—a low-sodium, nutrient-packed essential that's perfect for those managing diabetes or anyone seeking a wholesome broth alternative. Made from a medley of fresh, vibrant vegetables like carrots, zucchini, and celery, and infused with aromatic herbs like parsley and thyme, this stock is a natural, guilt-free base for soups, stews, and sauces. Gently simmered with garlic and a hint of black pepper, it achieves a clean, balanced flavor without heavy seasonings. With just 10 minutes of prep and no added sugars or fats, this recipe is as easy as it is heart-healthy. Batch-prep it to enjoy fresh for up to 5 days, or freeze it to have this kitchen staple on hand whenever inspiration strikes. Whether you're creating a diabetic-friendly dish or simply craving a homemade stock, this recipe ensures every bite is as nourishing as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 medium Carrots
• 2 large Celery stalks
• 1 large Onion
• 3 Garlic cloves
• 1 medium Zucchini
• 1 medium Tomato
• 1 Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Black peppercorns
• 4 sprigs Fresh parsley
• 3 sprigs Fresh thyme
• 8 cups Water

Directions

Step 1

Wash all vegetables thoroughly under running water.

Step 2

Peel the carrots and chop them into large chunks. Chop the celery stalks, onion, zucchini, and tomato into similar-sized pieces to ensure even cooking.

Step 3

Lightly smash the garlic cloves with the flat side of a knife to gently release their flavor without overpowering the stock.

Step 4

In a large stock pot, combine the carrots, celery, onion, garlic, zucchini, tomato, bay leaf, black peppercorns, parsley, and thyme.

Step 5

Pour 8 cups of water into the pot. Ensure the vegetables are fully submerged.

Step 6

Place the pot over medium heat and bring the water to a gentle boil.

Step 7

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 60 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

After simmering, strain the stock through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a large bowl or container. Discard the solids.

Step 9

Allow the stock to cool to room temperature, then transfer it to airtight containers for storage.

Step 10

Refrigerate and use within 4-5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2746.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	315.4

Total Fat 2.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3323.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 70.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.8g	0%
Total Sugars 44.4g
Protein 8.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 339.7mg	0%
Iron 3.2mg	0%
Potassium 1939.1mg	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: 5.3%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 84.1%