Vegetarian Hearty Sausage Stew

Warm up with a bowl of comforting Vegetarian Hearty Sausage Stew, a plant-based twist on a classic favorite that’s perfect for chilly evenings. Packed with protein-rich vegetarian sausage, tender chunks of potatoes, and a medley of hearty vegetables like carrots, celery, and red bell pepper, this stew is as nourishing as it is flavorful. A robust tomato broth infused with aromatic thyme, oregano, and paprika gives each spoonful a satisfying depth of flavor. Finished with a handful of fresh baby spinach for a boost of greens, this one-pot meal is ready in under an hour and serves four generously. Ideal for cozy family dinners or meal prepping, this vegetarian stew is a wholesome, hearty option that doesn't compromise on taste or texture.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 links vegetarian sausage links
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
• 2 medium potatoes, diced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups baby spinach

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the vegetarian sausage links and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove the sausages from the pot and set aside.

Step 3

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

Step 4

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

Step 5

Add the sliced carrots, celery, red bell pepper, and diced potatoes to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 6

Pour in the vegetable broth, canned diced tomatoes (with their juices), and tomato paste. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Add the dried thyme, dried oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to mix the spices evenly throughout the stew.

Step 8

Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 9

Slice the browned vegetarian sausages into thick rounds and add them back into the pot.

Step 10

Add the baby spinach to the stew, stirring until it wilts, which should take just a few minutes.

Step 11

Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if desired.

Step 12

Serve the stew hot, and enjoy a warm and hearty meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2784.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1933.4

Total Fat 82.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.0g
Cholesterol 8.2mg	0%
Sodium 7084.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 215.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 48.5g	0%
Total Sugars 57.0g
Protein 82.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 777.1mg	0%
Iron 24.1mg	0%
Potassium 6865.0mg	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: 38.4%

Protein: 17.1%

Carbs: 44.5%