This hearty vegetarian stew is packed with vegetables, beans, and warming spices. A cozy, one-pot meal perfect for cold nights and healthy comfort food cravings.
2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, diced
2 carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp dried rosemary
2 cups diced potatoes
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
4 cups vegetable broth
1 bay leaf
1 can (15 oz) chickpeas or white beans, drained
2 cups spinach or kale
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional: lemon juice or vinegar for brightness
Sauté onion, carrots, and celery in oil for 5–7 minutes. Add garlic.
Stir in tomato paste, paprika, thyme, and rosemary. Cook 2 minutes.
Add potatoes, tomatoes, broth, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil.
Reduce to a simmer. Cook 15–20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
Add beans and greens. Simmer another 5–7 minutes.
Season with salt, pepper, and optional lemon juice. Serve hot.
Freeze in portions for future meals.
Add quinoa or lentils for a heartier bowl.
Use cauliflower to reduce carbs.