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Old-Fashioned Vegan Stew

Old-Fashioned Vegan Stew: A Cozy Bowl of Comfort

Enjoy a comforting bowl of Old-Fashioned Vegan Stew filled with tender vegetables and rich flavors, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitute with vegetable oil if needed.
  • 1 Onion Can be replaced with shallots.
  • 3 Garlic cloves Fresh garlic is preferable; use garlic powder in a pinch.
For the Veggies
  • 2 Carrots Substitute with parsnips for a different flavor.
  • 2 stalks Celery Can be omitted or replaced with bell peppers.
  • 2 Potatoes Yukon gold works best; red potatoes can also be used.
  • 1 cup Green Beans Snap peas or asparagus can serve as alternatives.
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas Avoid canned as they may be mushy.
For the Broth
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes Use fresh tomatoes when in season or substitute with crushed tomatoes.
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth Use homemade broth for best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Can be replaced with an equal amount of ketchup in a pinch.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Oregano can be a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary Can be omitted if not available.
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf Discard before serving.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
  2. Sauté the chopped onion for about 5 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
  3. Stir in minced garlic cloves, cooking for about 1 minute.
  4. Add sliced carrots, chopped celery, and diced potatoes, sauté for approximately 8 minutes.
  5. Mix in fresh green beans and frozen peas, cook for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Pour in diced tomatoes and vegetable broth, scrape the bottom of the pot.
  7. Stir in tomato paste and let the mixture bubble gently.
  8. Sprinkle in thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf, season with salt and pepper.
  9. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cover, cooking for about 45 minutes.
  10. Remove bay leaf, taste the stew, and adjust seasoning as needed.
  11. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Feel free to swap vegetables based on what you have on hand! This stew can also be made a day in advance for deeper flavors.

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