Vegetable Medley Stew
A hearty and comforting vegetable medley stew filled with tender vegetables simmered in a flavorful broth—nutritious, satisfying, and perfect for a cozy meal.
- Author: Mariem
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 45 mins
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 potatoes, diced
- 1 cup green beans, chopped
- 1 cup zucchini, chopped
- 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup peas (fresh or frozen)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until softened.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in carrots, celery, and potatoes. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add green beans, zucchini, corn, peas, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth.
- Season with thyme, basil, paprika, salt, black pepper, and add the bay leaf.
- Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25–30 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
- Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a thicker stew, mash a few potatoes in the pot before serving.
- Add beans or lentils for extra protein.
- Use whatever vegetables are in season—this recipe is highly adaptable.
- Leftovers taste even better the next day as flavors deepen.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: vegetable stew, veggie medley stew, vegan stew, hearty vegetable soup