Slow-Cooker Winter Vegetable Stew

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
59%
Slow-Cooker Winter Vegetable Stew
520 min.
8
162kcal

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As the chill of winter sets in, there's nothing quite like a warm, hearty bowl of Slow-Cooker Winter Vegetable Stew to nourish your body and soul. This delightful dish is not only a feast for the senses but also a celebration of wholesome, plant-based ingredients. Packed with vibrant vegetables like red potatoes, carrots, and parsnips, this stew is a colorful addition to your winter menu.

What makes this recipe truly special is its versatility. Whether you're a dedicated vegetarian, a vegan, or simply looking to incorporate more healthy meals into your diet, this stew checks all the boxes. With a health score of 59, it’s gluten-free, dairy-free, and incredibly low in calories at just 162 kcal per serving, making it a guilt-free option for any occasion.

Imagine coming home after a long day to the comforting aroma of tomatoes and herbs wafting through your kitchen. The slow cooker does all the work for you, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully over several hours. And when it’s time to serve, a quick mix of cornstarch and water thickens the stew to perfection, creating a satisfying texture that will warm you from the inside out.

Gather your loved ones around the table and enjoy this nourishing stew as a starter, snack, or even as a main course. It’s not just a meal; it’s a cozy experience that brings everyone together during the cold winter months. Dive into this deliciously healthy dish and let it become a staple in your winter cooking repertoire!

Ingredients

  • 29 oz tomatoes diced italian with herbs, undrained organic canned
  • medium potatoes - remove skin red cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • medium stalks celery cut into 1/2-inch pieces (2 cups)
  • medium carrots cut into 1/2-inch pieces (1 1/2 cups)
  • medium parsnips peeled cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • medium leek cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 14 oz vegetable stock canned
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon thyme leaves dried
  • 0.5 teaspoon rosemary dried
  • tablespoons cornstarch 
  • tablespoons water cold

Equipment

  • bowl
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. In 4- to 5-quart slow cooker, place all ingredients except cornstarch and water.
  2. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 to 10 hours.
  3. In small bowl, mix cornstarch and water; gradually stir into stew until blended. Increase heat setting to High; cover and cook about 20 minutes longer, stirring occasionally, until thickened.

Nutrition Facts

Calories162kcal
Protein9.55%
Fat3.32%
Carbs87.13%

Properties

Glycemic Index
45.1
Glycemic Load
5.68
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
18.516956547032%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.7mg
Apigenin
0.57mg
Luteolin
0.29mg
Kaempferol
0.79mg
Myricetin
0.19mg
Quercetin
1.82mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:161.92kcal
8.1%
Fat:0.63g
0.97%
Saturated Fat:0.11g
0.7%
Carbohydrates:37.25g
12.42%
Net Carbohydrates:30.9g
11.24%
Sugar:8.58g
9.53%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:408.77mg
17.77%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.08g
8.16%
Vitamin A:5257.52IU
105.15%
Vitamin C:34.67mg
42.02%
Vitamin K:39.26µg
37.39%
Manganese:0.65mg
32.44%
Potassium:1039.64mg
29.7%
Fiber:6.35g
25.4%
Folate:86.41µg
21.6%
Vitamin B6:0.4mg
19.84%
Copper:0.3mg
14.85%
Magnesium:57.51mg
14.38%
Phosphorus:138.26mg
13.83%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.79%
Vitamin B3:2.49mg
12.43%
Iron:1.9mg
10.55%
Vitamin E:1.55mg
10.35%
Vitamin B5:0.76mg
7.64%
Calcium:64.46mg
6.45%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
6.11%
Zinc:0.87mg
5.78%
Selenium:1.64µg
2.34%