A Bowl of Comfort: The Hearty Vegetable Stew That Reminds Me of Home
This light vegetable stew is packed with simple, fresh ingredients that bring warmth and nourishment to the table. With tender potatoes, zucchini, and carrots simmered in a gentle garlic-infused broth, it’s the perfect quick dinner for a cozy night. Balanced, comforting, and delightfully rustic—this is one of those meals you’ll keep coming back to.
Ingredients
- 5 –7 potatoes peeled and diced
- 1 onion finely chopped
- Olive oil to taste
- 1 carrot peeled and sliced
- 2 –3 zucchini chopped
- 700 ml 2.5 cups water
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
- Bread for serving
- 1 –2 tomatoes chopped
- Garlic minced (to taste)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion and garlic until fragrant and translucent.
- Add the carrots, potatoes, and zucchini to the pot. Stir and let cook for a couple of minutes.
- Add the chopped tomatoes and stir to combine.
- Pour in the water, add a pinch of salt, and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and let the stew simmer for about 20–25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley and slices of warm bread on the side.
Notes
- For extra depth, add a dash of paprika or a vegetable bouillon cube to the simmering water.
- Feel free to toss in any other veggies you have on hand, like bell peppers or green beans.
- This stew is even better the next day as the flavors deepen.