Vegan Hearty Sausage Stew

Cozy up with a bowl of Vegan Hearty Sausage Stew, a soul-warming medley of plant-based goodness packed with robust flavors and wholesome ingredients. This protein-rich stew combines savory vegan sausage slices, tender potatoes, hearty beans, and an aromatic blend of smoked paprika, thyme, and oregano for a burst of comforting spice. Nutritious kale is stirred in at the end for a boost of greens, making this one-pot meal as nourishing as it is satisfying. Perfect for chilly evenings, the recipe comes together in under an hour, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Serve it piping hot with a slice of crusty bread or your favorite grains for a truly hearty, filling vegan experience. Keywords: vegan sausage stew, hearty vegan stew, plant-based comfort food, one-pot dinner, high-protein vegan recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 links vegan sausage
• 1 large onion
• 3 large garlic cloves
• 2 large carrots
• 3 medium celery stalks
• 3 medium potatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 15-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
• 1 15-ounce can red kidney beans
• 2 leaves bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups kale

Directions

Step 1

Begin by slicing the vegan sausage links into 1/2-inch pieces.

Step 2

Dice the onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

Peel and slice the carrots, and chop the celery stalks into small pieces.

Step 4

Peel and cube the potatoes into bite-sized pieces.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Add the sliced vegan sausage to the pot and cook for 3-5 minutes until they are browned on all sides. Remove them from the pot and set aside.

Step 7

In the same pot, add the onion and garlic, sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 3 minutes.

Step 8

Add the carrots, celery, and potatoes, and continue to cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Stir in the tomato paste, cooking for 1 minute to allow its flavor to develop.

Step 10

Pour in the vegetable broth and canned diced tomatoes, and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 11

Drain and rinse the kidney beans, then add them to the pot along with the bay leaves, thyme, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 12

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the stew simmer for 20 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

Step 13

Meanwhile, wash and chop the kale into bite-sized pieces.

Step 14

After 20 minutes, stir in the chopped kale and the browned vegan sausage pieces.

Step 15

Let the stew simmer uncovered for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 16

Taste and adjust the seasonings if necessary.

Step 17

Serve hot and enjoy your hearty vegan sausage stew!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3266.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2299.5

Total Fat 75.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.6g
Cholesterol 8.5mg	0%
Sodium 7842.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 338.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 73.9g	0%
Total Sugars 62.9g
Protein 98.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1035.7mg	0%
Iron 30.7mg	0%
Potassium 9308.6mg	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: 27.9%

Protein: 16.3%

Carbs: 55.8%