Description
A hearty and healthy Summer Vegetable Stew packed with fresh garden vegetables and flavorful herbs. This vegan and gluten-free stew is perfect for a light yet satisfying meal, featuring a variety of colorful vegetables simmered together to create a comforting dish ideal for warm-weather dining.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 zucchini, diced
- 1 yellow squash, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 ear of corn (kernels removed) or 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut
Canned and Packaged
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 (15 oz) can white beans, drained and rinsed
Herbs and Spices
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or basil, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic and sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and softened, creating a flavorful base for the stew.
- Add the vegetables: Stir in the sliced carrots, diced zucchini, yellow squash, chopped bell pepper, and corn kernels. Cook these vegetables for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, to slightly soften and develop their flavors.
- Add liquids and seasonings: Pour in the canned diced tomatoes with their juice and the vegetable broth. Add dried thyme, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Simmer with beans and green beans: Add the trimmed and cut green beans and the rinsed white beans to the pot. Let the stew simmer gently for 15–20 minutes, or until all vegetables are tender and cooked through.
- Final seasoning and serving: Taste the stew and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed. Serve the stew hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley or basil for a fresh, bright finish.
Notes
- This stew is highly adaptable; feel free to add eggplant, spinach, or potatoes to increase variety and heartiness.
- Serve with crusty bread or over steamed rice to make it a more filling meal.
- The stew can be prepared ahead of time and often tastes better the next day as the flavors deepen.
