Vegan Hearty Broccoli Stew

Warm up your soul with this Vegan Hearty Broccoli Stew, a comforting and nutrient-packed one-pot meal perfect for chilly days or when you're craving a wholesome dinner. Loaded with tender broccoli florets, hearty russet potatoes, protein-rich chickpeas, and a medley of carrots, celery, and onions, this stew is bursting with feel-good flavors and vibrant vegetables. Simmered in a savory vegetable broth with aromatic herbs like thyme, oregano, and bay leaf, the dish achieves a rich depth of flavor without any animal products. A splash of lemon juice adds brightness, while fresh parsley provides the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just about an hour, this vegan broccoli stew is satisfying, healthy, and ideal for meal prep. Whether you’re a plant-based enthusiast or simply looking for a delicious way to enjoy more vegetables, this recipe is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large, chopped yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 2 medium, sliced carrots
• 2 sliced celery stalks
• 2 medium, peeled and diced russet potatoes
• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 1 15-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 15-ounce can, rinsed and drained canned chickpeas
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.25 cup, chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, until translucent.

Step 2

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the sliced carrots and celery, and cook for 3 more minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Add the diced potatoes, broccoli florets, diced tomatoes with their juice, and vegetable broth to the pot.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

Step 6

Stir in the rinsed and drained chickpeas, dried thyme, oregano, and bay leaf.

Step 7

Season with salt and black pepper, then continue to simmer for another 10 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf, stir in the lemon juice, and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 9

Serve the stew hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3327.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1807.5

Total Fat 57.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.3g
Cholesterol 8.5mg	0%
Sodium 7030.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 275.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 65.3g	0%
Total Sugars 67.0g
Protein 68.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 946.6mg	0%
Iron 22.0mg	0%
Potassium 7238.9mg	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: 27.2%

Protein: 14.5%

Carbs: 58.3%