Low Fat Savory Simmered Vegetables

Packed with garden-fresh vegetables and infused with aromatic herbs, this Low Fat Savory Simmered Vegetables recipe is a comforting and wholesome dish that delivers maximum flavor with minimum calories. A medley of carrots, celery, zucchini, and vibrant red bell peppers is gently simmered in a low-sodium vegetable broth spiced with thyme and oregano, creating a fragrant, nutrient-rich broth. The addition of garlic and onions sautéed in just a touch of olive oil enhances the savory depth, while a garnish of fresh parsley adds a bright finishing touch. Ready in under 45 minutes, this one-pot recipe is perfect as a light, healthy entree or a versatile side dish. Ideal for anyone seeking low-fat, vegetable-forward meals, this dish is a celebration of clean eating and simplicity.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium Onion, diced
• 2 medium Carrot, sliced
• 2 Celery stalks, sliced
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium Zucchini, sliced
• 1 cup Broccoli florets
• 2 medium Tomatoes, diced
• 3 cups Vegetable broth, low sodium
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and diced onion and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 2

Add the sliced carrots and celery and cook for another 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 3

Add the diced red bell pepper, sliced zucchini, and broccoli florets to the pot. Sauté for another 2 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the diced tomatoes, and pour in the vegetable broth. Season with dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 7

Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley before serving.

Step 8

Serve warm as a light entree or as a side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1807.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	442.0

Total Fat 16.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1897.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 66.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.5g	0%
Total Sugars 31.9g
Protein 13.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 327.0mg	0%
Iron 5.3mg	0%
Potassium 2614.9mg	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: 31.6%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 56.8%