Low Sodium Mixed Vegetable Stew

Savor the comforting warmth of a **Low Sodium Mixed Vegetable Stew**, a hearty, nutrient-rich dish that’s as flavorful as it is health-conscious. Packed with a colorful medley of fresh vegetables like carrots, zucchini, green beans, and potatoes, this stew is simmered in a savory base of low-sodium vegetable broth and no-salt-added diced tomatoes. Seasoned with aromatic herbs like thyme and oregano, and finished with a splash of zesty lemon juice, this recipe delivers bold flavor without the need for excessive salt. Perfect for meal prepping or weeknight dinners, this one-pot meal is ready in under an hour and makes a healthy, satisfying option for anyone looking to enjoy wholesome comfort food. Serve it with crusty bread or over your favorite grain for a complete and nourishing meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 zucchini, sliced
• 1 cup green beans, trimmed and halved
• 4 cups low sodium vegetable broth
• 1 can (14.5 oz) canned diced tomatoes, no salt added
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

Stir in the carrots, celery, and red bell pepper, and cook for an additional 5 minutes until slightly tender.

Step 4

Add the potatoes, zucchini, and green beans to the pot.

Step 5

Pour in the low sodium vegetable broth and the can of diced tomatoes.

Step 6

Stir in the dried thyme, oregano, and the bay leaf.

Step 7

Increase the heat and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 8

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 30-35 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaf and season the stew with ground black pepper and lemon juice to taste.

Step 10

Stir in the chopped fresh parsley just before serving.

Step 11

Serve the stew hot with crusty bread or over cooked grains as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2806.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	973.9

Total Fat 31.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1008.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 162.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.1g	0%
Total Sugars 57.7g
Protein 24.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 518.5mg	0%
Iron 11.0mg	0%
Potassium 5856.5mg	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: 27.7%

Protein: 9.6%

Carbs: 62.7%