Seven Vegetable Stew

Warm, hearty, and packed with nutrient-rich ingredients, this Seven Vegetable Stew is the ultimate comfort food for any season. Bursting with the vibrant flavors of cumin, paprika, and thyme, this vegan stew features a colorful medley of tender carrots, zucchini, red bell pepper, potatoes, and more, simmered to perfection in a savory vegetable broth. Baby spinach adds a fresh, leafy touch, while a garnish of parsley brightens each bowl. Ready in just an hour, this one-pot recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner, meal prep, or serving a crowd. Pair it with crusty bread or a bowl of rice for a wholesome, satisfying meal that’s as nourishing as it is delicious. Ideal for vegetarian and plant-based meal plans, this stew is your go-to recipe for hearty comfort with a healthy twist.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion
• 3 pieces garlic cloves
• 3 medium carrots
• 2 stalks celery stalks
• 1 medium zucchini
• 1 large red bell pepper
• 2 medium white potatoes
• 3 medium tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups baby spinach
• 3 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Peel and dice the onion and garlic cloves, then add them to the pot. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

Step 3

Peel and slice the carrots, dice the celery, and chop the zucchini and red bell pepper into bite-sized pieces. Add them to the pot and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Peel and cube the potatoes into small chunks. Chop the tomatoes into small pieces as well. Add them to the pot along with the vegetable broth.

Step 5

Stir in the ground cumin, paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 6

Once the vegetables are cooked, stir in the baby spinach and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until wilted.

Step 7

Chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the stew just before serving.

Step 8

Serve hot with crusty bread or over rice for a complete meal. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2595.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1297.7

Total Fat 40.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6769.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 208.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.4g	0%
Total Sugars 66.1g
Protein 38.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 515.4mg	0%
Iron 16.1mg	0%
Potassium 6166.4mg	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: 27.1%

Protein: 11.4%

Carbs: 61.5%