Sugar-Free Hearty Spinach Stew

Warm up with a bowl of Sugar-Free Hearty Spinach Stew, a wholesome and nutrient-packed dish that’s perfect for a cozy family meal. Brimming with fresh ingredients like tender spinach, hearty potatoes, sweet carrots, and savory aromatics, this stew is cooked to perfection in a rich vegetable broth infused with thyme, oregano, and a hint of tangy lemon juice. With no added sugar, this healthy stew highlights natural flavors, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a guilt-free comfort food. Ready in under an hour with a simple one-pot cooking method, it’s a fuss-free recipe that’s ideal for busy weeknights. Serve it with crusty bread for dipping or enjoy it as a satisfying, standalone dish!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large, chopped onion
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 2 large, peeled and chopped carrots
• 3 chopped celery stalks
• 2 medium, peeled and cubed potatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 6 cups, packed fresh spinach
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 0.25 cup, chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the chopped carrots and celery and cook for about 5 minutes until they start to soften.

Step 5

Add the cubed potatoes and tomato paste, stirring to combine everything well.

Step 6

Pour in the vegetable broth and the canned diced tomatoes with their juice.

Step 7

Add the bay leaf, dried thyme, and oregano.

Step 8

Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for 25 minutes or until the potatoes and carrots are tender.

Step 9

Stir in the fresh spinach and cook for another 5 minutes until the spinach has wilted.

Step 10

Season the stew with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 11

Finish by stirring in the lemon juice and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3109.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1529.9

Total Fat 51.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.2g
Cholesterol 8.2mg	0%
Sodium 6014.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 233.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 53.7g	0%
Total Sugars 64.6g
Protein 46.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 940.8mg	0%
Iron 22.7mg	0%
Potassium 7848.0mg	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: 29.4%

Protein: 11.7%

Carbs: 58.9%