Whole30 Savory Vegetable Filling

Packed with fresh, vibrant produce and warm, aromatic seasonings, this Whole30 Savory Vegetable Filling is a versatile and nutrient-dense recipe perfect for clean eating enthusiasts. Featuring a colorful medley of diced carrots, celery, zucchini, mushrooms, and red bell pepper, all simmered in a rich tomato paste and vegetable stock base, this dish offers a mouthwatering combination of flavors and textures. Fresh thyme and parsley add an earthy brightness, while garlic and onions provide a savory backbone. Ready in just 45 minutes, this filling can be used to stuff roasted bell peppers or squash, or serve as a hearty, plant-based side dish. Gluten-free, dairy-free, and Whole30 compliant, it’s an excellent go-to recipe for meal prepping or satisfying your next savory craving.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium carrot, peeled and diced
• 2 ribs celery ribs, diced
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, finely chopped
• 1 large red bell pepper, diced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup vegetable stock
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the diced carrots and celery, cooking for about 5-7 minutes until they start to soften.

Step 5

Stir in the diced zucchini, chopped mushrooms, and red bell pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Add the tomato paste and vegetable stock to the skillet, stirring well to combine.

Step 7

Toss in the fresh thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer, uncovered, for about 10 minutes or until the vegetables are tender and most of the liquid has evaporated.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the chopped parsley.

Step 10

Let the filling cool slightly before using it to stuff your choice of vegetables or serving it as a savory side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1261.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	639.2

Total Fat 32.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3146.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 75.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.1g	0%
Total Sugars 35.8g
Protein 20.8g	0%

Vitamin D 15.9IU	0%
Calcium 251.6mg	0%
Iron 6.6mg	0%
Potassium 3615.0mg	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: 43.5%

Protein: 12.3%

Carbs: 44.3%