Summer Sisters Stew

Celebrate the vibrant flavors of the season with Summer Sisters Stew, a delightful medley of garden-fresh vegetables in a light, herbaceous broth. This wholesome, one-pot recipe brings together tender zucchini, yellow squash, sweet corn, and earthy spinach, all simmered with juicy diced tomatoes and a fragrant blend of garlic and basil. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a leisurely summer gathering, this veggie-packed stew is ready in just 45 minutes and serves as a satisfying, low-calorie meal for six. Enjoy it as is for a vegan-friendly option, or top it with a sprinkle of Parmesan for an added layer of richness. Bursting with color and naturally gluten-free, this easy summer stew is a must-try for anyone looking to savor the best of seasonal produce.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium zucchini, diced
• 2 medium yellow squash, diced
• 1 14-ounce can canned diced tomatoes (with juices)
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1.5 cups fresh corn kernels (cut from the cob)
• 3 cups baby spinach leaves
• 0.5 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced zucchini and yellow squash to the pot. Stir and cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 5

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes (with juices) and vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle simmer.

Step 6

Add the fresh corn kernels, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Stir in the baby spinach leaves and chopped basil. Cook for 2 minutes until the leaves are wilted.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Remove the pot from heat.

Step 9

Ladle the stew into bowls and serve warm. Garnish with Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1455.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	754.3

Total Fat 47.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 47.6mg	0%
Sodium 1713.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 52.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.9g	0%
Total Sugars 29.7g
Protein 39.7g	0%

Vitamin D 23.8IU	0%
Calcium 1023.3mg	0%
Iron 11.1mg	0%
Potassium 3445.8mg	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: 53.7%

Protein: 20.0%

Carbs: 26.2%