Description
A comforting and hearty stew packed with fiber and nutrients, perfect for vegetarians and vegans.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups white beans, rinsed and drained
- 8 oz mixed mushrooms (cremini and shiitake), chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp thyme (fresh or dried)
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Rinse and drain the white beans. Chop the mushrooms, dice the onion, mince the garlic, and chop the carrots and celery.
- Sauté the Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Then add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add the Vegetables: Toss in diced carrots and celery, and sauté for about 5 minutes. Add chopped mushrooms, cooking for another 5 minutes.
- Stir in Seasonings and Beans: Add white beans, thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Pour in the Broth: Add vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 25-30 minutes.
- Adjust Consistency and Flavor: Check thickness and seasoning. Add more broth if too thick, adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve: Ladle stew into bowls and optionally drizzle with olive oil or sprinkle with fresh herbs.
Notes
Serve with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal. Best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be refrigerated or frozen.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 40
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: white bean stew, mushroom stew, vegetarian recipe, healthy dish, comfort food
