Low Fat Hearty Green Beans Stew

Warm up your mealtime with this Low Fat Hearty Green Beans Stew, a vibrant, vegetable-packed dish that’s as wholesome as it is delicious. Featuring tender green beans, hearty potatoes, and sweet carrots simmered in a flavorful tomato and herb-infused broth, this stew is the ultimate comfort food with a healthy twist. A touch of lemon juice and fresh parsley adds a refreshing brightness to this filling meal, while using just one tablespoon of olive oil keeps it light without sacrificing richness. Ready in under an hour and perfect for cozy family dinners, this one-pot recipe makes a satisfying vegan option for anyone seeking a nutritious and low-fat meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams green beans
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 medium carrot, chopped
• 2 medium potato, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Wash and trim the ends of the green beans, then cut them into 2-inch pieces.

Step 2

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the chopped carrots and potatoes to the pot, and sauté for another 5 minutes.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Add the tomato paste and stir well, allowing it to cook for 2 minutes to develop its flavor.

Step 6

Pour in the vegetable broth and add the bay leaf, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Add the prepared green beans to the pot, bring the mixture to a simmer, and cover the pot with a lid.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and let the stew simmer for about 25-30 minutes, or until the green beans and potatoes are tender.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaf, then stir in the lemon juice and chopped parsley for a fresh finish.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 11

Serve the stew hot, optionally garnished with additional fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2236.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1120.5

Total Fat 24.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5377.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 207.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 39.6g	0%
Total Sugars 50.8g
Protein 37.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 519.6mg	0%
Iron 15.9mg	0%
Potassium 5650.8mg	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: 18.3%

Protein: 12.4%

Carbs: 69.2%