Low Carb Hearty Vegetable Stew

Warm, comforting, and packed with vibrant vegetables, this Low Carb Hearty Vegetable Stew is the perfect dish for a wholesome weeknight dinner or a light meal prep option. With a medley of fresh veggies like zucchini, cauliflower, and green beans simmered to perfection in a flavorful blend of diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and aromatic herbs like thyme and oregano, this stew delivers rich, satisfying taste without the extra carbs. Ready in just one hour, including prep and cook time, it’s a healthy, plant-based recipe that’s naturally gluten-free and vegan-friendly. Garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, it’s not only visually appealing but also bursting with nutritious goodness. Ideal for those looking to enjoy a hearty, low-carb meal without compromising on flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 1 medium carrot, diced
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 1 large bell pepper, chopped
• 1 small head cauliflower, broken into florets
• 100 grams green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 400 grams diced tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 piece bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and garlic, sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the diced celery and carrot. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the zucchini, bell pepper, cauliflower, and green beans. Cook for 5 more minutes, stirring often.

Step 5

Stir in the diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and tomato paste until well mixed.

Step 6

Add the dried thyme, dried oregano, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 9

Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2598.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1025.4

Total Fat 40.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5361.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 147.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 47.0g	0%
Total Sugars 58.2g
Protein 40.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 599.8mg	0%
Iron 14.3mg	0%
Potassium 5977.8mg	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: 32.8%

Protein: 14.4%

Carbs: 52.8%