Soy-Free Rich Tomato Stew

Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Soy-Free Rich Tomato Stew, a hearty and wholesome meal perfect for cozy evenings. Brimming with vibrant vegetables like zucchini, potatoes, and red bell peppers, this stew delivers a satisfying blend of textures and nutrients. Slow-simmered in a fragrant medley of bay leaves, thyme, and oregano, the base of crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth creates a lush, savory depth without any soy-based ingredients. Whether you're looking for a plant-based dish or a crowd-pleasing family dinner, this easy-to-make stew, ready in just an hour, is as nourishing as it is flavorful. Serve it hot with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a beautiful finish! Optimize your mealtime with this customizable, soy-free recipe that's savory, simple, and packed with natural goodness.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium carrots, sliced
• 2 medium celery stalks, sliced
• 1 large red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
• 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.

Step 4

Add the sliced carrots, celery, and red bell pepper to the pot. Cook for about 5 minutes until they begin to soften.

Step 5

Add the diced zucchini and potatoes. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth.

Step 7

Add the bay leaves, dried thyme, oregano, black pepper, and salt. Stir to combine.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.

Step 9

Simmer for 25-30 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 10

Remove and discard bay leaves.

Step 11

Stir in the chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Step 12

Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper to taste, if necessary.

Step 13

Serve hot, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3174.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1646.0

Total Fat 54.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5794.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 268.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 47.8g	0%
Total Sugars 76.8g
Protein 44.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 640.6mg	0%
Iron 18.9mg	0%
Potassium 8857.9mg	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: 28.1%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 61.7%