Vegetable Stew Giambotta

Discover the rustic charm of Vegetable Stew Giambotta, a traditional Italian-inspired dish brimming with vibrant colors and hearty flavors. This comforting recipe combines a medley of fresh vegetables—zucchini, yellow squash, eggplant, bell peppers, and potatoes—slowly simmered with plum tomatoes, aromatic herbs like basil and parsley, and a hint of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. Cooked in a rich vegetable broth, it delivers a satisfying depth of flavor and wholesome nourishment. Perfect for cozy dinners, this one-pot wonder is ready in just over an hour and pairs beautifully with crusty bread, creamy polenta, or a bed of rice. Whether you’re embracing plant-based eating or simply craving a lighter yet fulfilling meal, Giambotta is a must-try recipe to enjoy seasonal produce in its most delicious form.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion
• 4 cloves garlic cloves
• 2 medium zucchini
• 2 medium yellow squash
• 1 medium eggplant
• 2 medium bell pepper
• 2 medium potatoes
• 5 medium plum tomatoes
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 10 leaves fresh basil leaves
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Dice the onion and mince the garlic cloves. Add them to the pot and sauté until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Chop the zucchini, yellow squash, eggplant, bell peppers, and potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Add them to the pot and stir to coat with the oil.

Step 4

Cook the vegetables for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften.

Step 5

Dice the plum tomatoes and add them to the pot along with the vegetable broth. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Chop the basil and parsley, then add them to the pot along with the dried oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.

Step 7

Bring the stew to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.

Step 8

Simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and the flavors are well blended.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.

Step 10

Serve the Giambotta warm, garnished with additional parsley or basil if desired. Enjoy with crusty bread or as a topping for polenta or rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3185.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1585.1

Total Fat 53.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 8436.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 252.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 51.8g	0%
Total Sugars 95.2g
Protein 44.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 516.0mg	0%
Iron 16.2mg	0%
Potassium 8026.5mg	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: 28.8%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 60.4%