Moosewood Callaloo Greens Stew

Dive into the rich, tropical flavors of Moosewood Callaloo Greens Stew, a vibrant and nourishing dish inspired by Caribbean cuisine. This plant-based stew combines tender callaloo greens (or your choice of kale, collards, or spinach) with velvety coconut milk, zesty lime juice, and a medley of spices like cumin, coriander, and thyme. Okra and diced tomatoes add texture and color, while a hint of scotch bonnet pepper delivers optional heat for spice lovers. Simmered to perfection in a fragrant vegetable broth, this hearty stew is both comforting and wholesome. Ready in just an hour, it’s the perfect vegan dinner served solo or ladled over rice for a soul-warming meal packed with flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 scotch bonnet or habanero pepper, finely chopped (optional)
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 6 cups callaloo (or substitute collard greens, kale, or spinach), stems removed and leaves chopped
• 1 cup okra, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
• 2 medium tomatoes, diced
• 1 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the coconut oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic, scotch bonnet or habanero pepper (if using), thyme, ground cumin, ground coriander, and black pepper. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the vegetable broth and coconut milk, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 5

Add the chopped callaloo (or substitute greens), sliced okra, and diced tomatoes to the pot. Stir well to incorporate.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and let the stew simmer for 25-30 minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure the ingredients cook evenly.

Step 7

Taste the stew and season with sea salt as needed. Add the lime juice and stir to brighten the flavors.

Step 8

Remove from heat and let the stew rest for a few minutes before serving.

Step 9

Ladle the stew into bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired. Serve hot, either on its own or over rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2211.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1031.5

Total Fat 40.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4633.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 153.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 39.4g	0%
Total Sugars 48.1g
Protein 36.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 996.8mg	0%
Iron 15.1mg	0%
Potassium 4585.6mg	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: 32.3%

Protein: 13.1%

Carbs: 54.6%