Dom Deluise's Vegetable Stew

Warm, hearty, and brimming with the vibrant flavors of fresh produce, Dom DeLuise's Vegetable Stew is the ultimate comfort food for any season. This wholesome, nutrient-packed dish features a colorful medley of carrots, zucchini, potatoes, and bell peppers simmered to perfection in a savory vegetable broth infused with fragrant herbs like thyme and oregano. Packed with plant-based goodness, this one-pot wonder is both satisfying and effortless to prepare, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and best enjoyed with crusty bread, this vegetable stew is a gluten-free, vegan-friendly delight that’s ready in just under an hour. Perfect for cold days or when you’re craving something nourishing, this recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves easy and delicious homemade meals!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, sliced
• 2 medium zucchini, diced
• 1 large red bell pepper, diced
• 3 medium golden potatoes, diced
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 15-ounce can canned diced tomatoes, with juice
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the carrots, celery, zucchini, red bell pepper, and potatoes to the pot. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring frequently, to lightly sauté the vegetables.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and diced tomatoes with their juice. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Add the bay leaf, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the potatoes and carrots are tender.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 9

Ladle the stew into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve hot with crusty bread if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3285.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1456.1

Total Fat 43.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6346.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 237.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 43.8g	0%
Total Sugars 62.7g
Protein 48.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 523.3mg	0%
Iron 15.8mg	0%
Potassium 7547.2mg	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: 25.6%

Protein: 12.5%

Carbs: 61.9%