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    Home » Recipes » Dinner » Vegetarian Dinner

    Winter Vegetable Stew

    Published: Feb 27, 2020 · Updated: Apr 22, 2021 by Neil 18 Comments

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    Birds eye view of a large casserole pot of cooked winter vegetable stew. Pin title text overlay at top.
    Birds eye view of a casserole pot of winter vegetable stew.

    Winter vegetable stew is the perfect combination of healthy vegetables and lentils in a delicious tomato sauce. It's easy to make and in just one pot too!

    Birds eye view of a large casserole pot of cooked winter vegetable stew.

    Folks, this winter vegetable stew is quite simply the best vegan vegetable medley you need to help fend off that winter chill!

    It's just one big rich, thick and filling stew which will give you and all of the family a proper feed.

    Just like my Scottish Vegetable Stew, the feeling you will get after eating this stew is one of being completely full up and satisfied.

    I just think stew is the ultimate cold weather comfort food!

    A pot of winter vegetable stew with a dish of mashed potato in the background.

    This low calorie stew is not only delicious but it's really easy to make too.

    It's a simple case of chopping up your vegetables and measuring out your spices and lentils.

    The vegetables are cooked and softened for about 10 minutes.

    Then after that everything else goes into the same pot it's left to simmer away for about 40 - 45 minutes until the lentils are softenned too.

    That extra 45 minutes is time for you to get on with other things or put your feet up!

    Closeuo of a spoonful of winter vegetable casserole being lifted out of the pot.

    After cooking it's time for you to serve this up.

    The only thing to do then is decide what to serve your winter stew with?

    My other half and I love a some fluffy mashed potatoes.

    But you could also serve it with a little basmati rice or even some crusty bread!

    Birds eye view of a pot of vegetable stew with a dish of mashed potato and plates to serve on.

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    Winter vegetable stew is the perfect combination of healthy vegetables and lentils in a delicious tomato sauce. It's easy to make and in just one pot too! Click to Tweet

    Winter Vegetable Stew Recipe

    Providing plenty of healthy carbs and lots of lean protein this winter vegetable stew is a great meal!

    You can easily freeze any leftovers of this stew. Just let it cool completely first. Then divide what's left into single portions and pop them into the freezer.

    Once defrosted you can easily reheat this stew in the microwave or on the stovetop!

    I’d love to hear what you think of my recipe in the comments below and please do rate my recipe 5* if you like it! 🙂

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    5 from 9 votes

    Winter Vegetable Stew Recipe

    Winter vegetable stew is the perfect combination of healthy vegetables and lentils in a delicious tomato sauce. It's easy to make and in just one pot too!
    Prep Time30 mins
    Cook Time1 hr
    Course: Dinner
    Cuisine: International
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 299kcal
    Author: Neil

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    Equipment

    • Casserole pot
    • Kitchen scale
    • Chopping board
    • Kitchen knives
    • Measuring spoons
    • Garlic press
    • Peeler
    • Measuring jug
    • Wooden spoon

    Ingredients

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 onion diced
    • 3 garlic cloves crushed
    • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
    • 1 teaspoon chilli powder
    • 1 tablespoon dried thyme
    • 200 g carrots sliced
    • 2 leeks sliced
    • 1 red pepper chopped
    • 1 yellow pepper chopped
    • 2 x 400g tins tomatoes
    • 250 ml vegetable stock
    • 100 g red lentils
    • 100 g green lentils
    Metric - US Customary

    Instructions

    • Gently heat the olive oil in a large saucepan pan or casserole pot.
    • Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3 - 4 mins until softened.
    • Then stir in the garlic, spices, carrots, leeks, peppers and cook for a further 3 - 4 minutes.
    • Finally add the tinned tomatoes, vegetable stock and lentils. Bring to the boil then turn down to simmer for 40 - 45 minutes, stirring occasionally until the lentil are soft.
    • Serve with basmati rice or mashed potatoes. And top with a little grated cheddar cheese.
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 299kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 310mg | Potassium: 942mg | Fiber: 20g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 11267IU | Vitamin C: 106mg | Calcium: 107mg | Iron: 7mg

    Nutrition Facts
    Winter Vegetable Stew
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 299 Calories from Fat 45
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 5g8%
    Saturated Fat 1g6%
    Sodium 310mg13%
    Potassium 942mg27%
    Carbohydrates 51g17%
    Fiber 20g83%
    Sugar 8g9%
    Protein 15g30%
    Vitamin A 11267IU225%
    Vitamin C 106mg128%
    Calcium 107mg11%
    Iron 7mg39%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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    Comments

    1. Matt - Total Feasts

      February 27, 2020 at 7:00 am

      5 stars
      You’re right, winter is the perfect season for stew. I’ve always associated stew with a meat stew, rather than a veggie stew. Seeing this though, I can imagine a good warm bowl of this stew with a chunk of crusty bread (and maybe a beer), and I’d be very happy!

      Reply
      • Neil

        February 27, 2020 at 9:51 am

        A big chunk of crusty bread is exactly the sort of thing to go with this winter stew Matt. Thanks! 🙂

        Reply
    2. David @ Spiced

      February 27, 2020 at 1:03 pm

      5 stars
      I'm with Matt and the crusty chunk of bread here! You gotta save a little bit of that bread to sop up all of the soupy goodness for your last bite. Yum!! We've been counting calories and eating lots of soups and stews here lately. This soup definitely needs a spot on the lunch menu soon. Lots of hearty goodness in there without hitting the waistline too hard!

      Reply
      • Neil

        February 28, 2020 at 8:24 am

        I'm exactly the same David. I always scoop out the remaining liquid at the end with a hunk of bread. And clean the whole bowl with it too, so there's hardly any need to wash it up! 🙂

        Reply
    3. Eha

      February 27, 2020 at 11:59 pm

      5 stars
      :Like the way you have used two different lentils in the simple but tasty offering . . . I guess I would reach for some of my favourite brown rice as accompaniment . . .

      Reply
      • Neil

        February 28, 2020 at 8:21 am

        Yes thanks Eha, its very much like a kind of peasants stew isn't it? 🙂

        Reply
    4. sherry

      February 28, 2020 at 6:40 am

      5 stars
      yes nothing better than a one pot stew! looks healthy.

      Reply
      • Neil

        February 28, 2020 at 8:22 am

        Healthy and delicious! Great for freezing any leftovers too. Thanks Sherry! 🙂

        Reply
    5. Ben @ Havocinthekitchen

      February 28, 2020 at 3:55 pm

      5 stars
      I love lentils, and I often make a simple stew with onions, tomatoes, and herbs – always so simple yet delicious. This version certainly is packed with even more flavour and texture. And honestly, I don’t need any side for it – some fresh crusty bread would do!

      Reply
      • Neil

        February 29, 2020 at 8:55 am

        Simple stews are the best Ben! I made this one with two types of lentils as well so that it is extra filling. Just what we need on a cold winters day.

        Reply
    6. Easyfoodsmith

      March 01, 2020 at 10:55 am

      5 stars
      We do not have much of winters here but that would not stop me from enjoying this hearty winter vegetable stew.

      Reply
      • Neil

        March 01, 2020 at 12:50 pm

        I agree. This hearty recipe is still one that can be enjoyed all year round. Not just in winter! Thanks for your comment. 😀

        Reply
    7. Mimi

      March 01, 2020 at 1:46 pm

      This is really nice. So comforting and healthy. I just made something so very similar, but with pheasant, so not vegetarian! I’m going to miss this kind of soup and stew, but I am getting ready for spring and summer, and all of the lovely produce that comes with those seasons!

      Reply
      • Neil

        March 01, 2020 at 2:11 pm

        I do love pheasant Mimi! Like lamb, when I'm out at a restaurant, if there's a dish featuring pheasant I'm likely to go for it!

        Reply
    8. Jeff the Chef

      March 04, 2020 at 2:00 am

      I really like that spice combination: cloves, smoked paprika, chili, and thyme. The clove and thyme seem really interesting in that combo. You stew looks to have such a fantastic texture! So hearty looking! Cool that you can have that, and low calorie. I'll bet this stew would keep you warm on a cold, winter's night.

      Reply
      • Neil

        March 04, 2020 at 5:23 am

        Thanks Jeff. Yes we're enjoying lots of this stew at the moment!

        Reply
    9. Naomi

      September 28, 2022 at 8:32 pm

      5 stars
      Discovered this recipe in lockdown and I'm still making it, it's delicious! I also add celery, mixed herbs and chilli flakes (and salt & pepper). Thank you!

      Reply
      • Neil

        September 29, 2022 at 5:49 am

        Love how you make this stew your own by adding your own touch with the celery, mixed herbs and chilli flakes Naomi! Thanks for making my recipe and for taking the time to rate and comment on it! 🙂

        Reply

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