HOW TO MAKE DELICIOUS VEGETABLE STEW

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + vegetable bouillon

Homemade broth is lower in sodium and more flavorful.

canned tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: frozen tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes provide a vibrant flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: yams

Sweet potatoes add nutrients and sweetness.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Add diced carrots, celery, and bell peppers; cook for 5-7 minutes until slightly softened.

Incorporate diced potatoes and zucchini, stirring well to combine.

Pour in vegetable broth and add canned tomatoes with their juice.

Season with bay leaves, thyme, salt, and black pepper; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 30-40 minutes until vegetables are tender.

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding fresh parsley before serving.

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