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Summer Vegetable Stew | Easy Healthy Garden Fresh Dinner Recipe

  • Author: migmedya
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Vegetarian, Vegan, Dairy-Free
  • Cuisine: American / Mediterranean Inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A hearty and healthy one-pot summer vegetable stew packed with fresh garden vegetables, chickpeas, and herbs in a rich tomato broth. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or healthy meal prep.


Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 medium zucchini, chopped
  • 1 yellow squash, chopped
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 cups green beans, trimmed and cut
  • 1 large potato, peeled and diced
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups fresh spinach or kale

 

  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook onion until softened, then add garlic.
  • Add carrots, potatoes, peppers, zucchini, squash, and green beans. Cook for 5–6 minutes.
  • Stir in tomato paste, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and seasonings.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes.
  • Stir in corn, chickpeas, and spinach. Cook 5 more minutes.

 

  • Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

  • Great for using fresh garden vegetables
  • Easy one-pot meal
  • Freezer-friendly
  • Tastes even better the next day