Mediterranean Diet Vegetable Broth

Embrace the wholesome flavors of the Mediterranean with this nutrient-rich Mediterranean Diet Vegetable Broth. Bursting with vibrant vegetables like carrots, zucchini, and tomatoes, and infused with aromatic herbs like fresh thyme and parsley, this broth is as nourishing as it is flavorful. A touch of olive oil adds depth, while freshly squeezed lemon juice brightens the taste, making it a balanced and versatile base for soups, stews, or sipping on its own. Prepared with clean, simple ingredients and simmered to perfection, this recipe is fully aligned with the principles of the heart-healthy Mediterranean diet. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a hands-off simmer, it’s an easy and satisfying way to infuse warmth and wellness into your meals. Perfect for meal prep, it can be refrigerated or frozen for ultimate convenience.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large (chopped) yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 2 medium (chopped) carrots
• 2 chopped celery stalks
• 1 medium (chopped) zucchini
• 2 medium (chopped) tomatoes
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 small bunch (stems included) fresh parsley
• 5 sprigs fresh thyme
• 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 10 cups water
• 1 small (halved) lemon

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the carrots, celery, zucchini, and tomatoes. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Add the bay leaves, parsley bunch (stems included), thyme sprigs, and black peppercorns.

Step 6

Pour in the water and stir in the sea salt.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 45 minutes.

Step 8

Squeeze the juice from the lemon halves into the broth, then add the lemon halves to the pot for additional flavor.

Step 9

Simmer for an additional 10 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the pot from the heat and carefully strain the broth through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a large bowl or another pot. Discard the solids.

Step 11

Taste and adjust the seasoning, if needed.

Step 12

Let the broth cool before storing in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freezing for later use.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3702.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	607.2

Total Fat 31.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4769.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 76.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.6g	0%
Total Sugars 42.3g
Protein 12.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 565.3mg	0%
Iron 5.6mg	0%
Potassium 3234.5mg	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: 44.3%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 47.9%