I’m going to let you in on a little secret; I’m OBSESSED with stews. There’s just something about the varying textures and savoury flavours of the dish that gets me going and once you ditch the meat, the piquancy of the veggies gets to really shine through. Enter your email & we’ll send it to your inbox. Plus, get great new recipes from us every week! By submitting this form, you consent to receive emails from Hurry the Food Up. So, in a toast to my undying love for this meal, I decided to write a little poem. I put in a lot of effort into this so please, kind words only. Roses are red, violets are blue, have I already said, I love a vegetarian stew?Maybe I’m no Shakespeare, but I think got the point across. Regardless the time of the year, whether its with broccoli or asparagus, When it comes to a vegetarian stew, I’m always a big fan,A nutritious meal that’s easy too, like those in our free 7-day high-protein meal plan,So check that out but before you do;
Take a look at the 22 Vegetarian Stews I have for you
I know you’re totally mesmerised by my kick-ass poetry skills but stay with me here. Ranging from options for an easy and satisfying lunch to a quick and filling midweek dinner the whole family can enjoy, these vegetarian stew recipes are as diverse as they come (find more easy vegetarian recipes for beginners here!). So tasty one spoon will have you begging for more. See for yourself! Bonus: add a cornstarch slurry to thicken as you cook and serve with flatbread or brown rice After something light and tasty for dinner? Try our high-protein coconut mushroom stew – did we mention it’s vegan too? Bonus: a heart vegetable stew recipe you can try with your favourite type of rice The sexiest vegan stew with red lentils you have ever eaten (and one of our favorite vegetarian lentil meals). A nutritional powerhouse, this recipe is here to kickstart your year – and your health. Protein: 12 gCalories: 384 kcalReady in: 40 minutesRecipe by: TheFieryVegetarianBonus: use vegan butter as a substitute for the olive oil and dry red wine as the dry white wine alternative The best vegan potato stew with chickpeas – a rich but light and tangy herbed wine broth with chunks of potatoes that melt in your mouth, chickpeas, carrots, onions, and lots of garlic, make it tonight! Protein: 5 gCalories: 130 kcalReady in: 31 minutesRecipe by: CorrieCooksBonus: leftover stew keeps well in an airtight container for several days An ultimate combo of meaty mushrooms, vegan Worcestershire sauce, some tomato paste, tender vegetables and flavorful gravy… Protein: 37 gCalories: 542 kcalReady in: 1 hourRecipe by: VeganPunksBonus: you can use mushroom or veggie broth instead of vegan beef broth! This vegan beef stew is made like a traditional British beef stew, just using plant-based ingredients. It delivers the same comforting, hearty bowl of comfort food with the same deep flavour. Perfect to serve up with dumplings or mashed potato on cold days! Protein: 19 gCalories: 390 kcalReady in: 30 minutesRecipe by: BePlantWellBonus: add some vegetable stock or water if you’d like a more soupy texture The best ever vegan chili recipe packed with flavor, quinoa, beans and corn. Easy to make and perfectly comforting and delicious. Protein: 10.6 gCalories: 324 kcalReady in: 35 minutesRecipe by: TheLastFoodBlogBonus: a low-fat stew filled with fresh vegetables Spiced butter bean stew with kale and sweet potato is a rich and warming vegan stew. Tasty, filling and nutritious, this is serious vegan comfort food. Protein: 21 gCalories: 535 kcalReady in: 1hr 10 minutesRecipe by: TinAndThymeBonus: enjoy with some crusty bread. A hearty Italian-inspired pumpkin stew with cavolo nero, borlotti beans and barley. It’s an easy one-pot plant-based meal which is perfect for colder autumn days and nights. Make it once and welcome a new staple to your table. Protein: 15 gCalories: 285 kcalReady in: 30 minutesRecipe by: TheStingyVeganBonus: freezer-friendly meal and one of the best stews This vegan stew features classic Mediterranean flavours and ingredients in a hearty plant-based dish that’s ready in just 30 minutes. Protein: 17.2 gCalories: 421 kcalReady in: 30 minutesRecipe by: InstantPotEatsBonus: serve the hot stew over rice, couscous or with some crusty bread. This vegan and gluten-free friendly Instant Pot chickpea stew is a delicious main meal full of Moroccan-influenced spices and flavours (and if this sounds good to you, you should also try our other vegan garbanzo bean recipes). Serve it over rice, couscous or with some crusty bread. Protein: 13 gCalories: 343 kcalReady in: 56 minutesRecipe by: VeggiesDon’tBiteBonus: packs in loads of greens and hearty vegetables Rich and creamy vegan lentil stew to warm you from the inside out. Full of healthy ingredients and anti-inflammatory benefits, to make a perfect cozy meal! Protein: 24 gCalories: 421 kcalReady in: 30 minutesRecipe by: KrumpliBonus: serve with rice, noodles or a vegetable stir fry This simple stew is a gloriously spicy sweet and sour recipe featuring Korean-influenced gochujang tofu cooked with kimchi (more amazing veggie tofu dishes can be found here!). Protein: 7 gCalories: 143 kcalReady in: 30 minutesRecipe by: HappyKitchenBonus: a great stew for the cold months Vegan Cauliflower Stew with Broccoli, Chick Peas and Kale: Gluten-free, healthy, plant-based, easy and aromatic stew ready in just 30 minutes! Protein: 71 gCalories: 467 kcalReady in: 30 minutesRecipe by: TheFieryVegetarianBonus: a hearty vegetable stew recipe Rich savoury vegan Irish stew with chunks of seitan, potatoes, carrots and onion in a savoury brown gravy-like broth with plenty of body from Guinness. Protein: 6 gCalories: 257 kcalReady in: 50 minutesRecipe by: CooktoriaBonus: add spinach or kale to bulk up this stew This Healthy Vegan Stew (vegan stir-fries this way FYI) is loaded with veggies and flavor, with just a hint of heat. You’ll love its simple ingredients, easy prep, and delicious taste. Protein: 6 gCalories: 306 kcalReady in: 40 minutesRecipe by: TheRealMealDealBonus: adding thyme and chives is a great way to spice up the dumplings A delicious tomato based winter vegetable stew. Protein: 10 gCalories: 122 kcalReady in: 50 minutesRecipe by: SpabettieBonus: a hearty vegetarian stew recipe that keeps well for several days A comfort food dish with flavors that closely match those in a classic meat stew recipe – a warm, hearty and satisfying meal. Protein: 11 gCalories: 333 kcalReady in: 40 minutesRecipe by: JackSlobodianBonus: serve this hearty stew as a dip for fresh bread This vegan Hungarian goulash uses delicious traditional flavours while being a quicker and healthier version than the conventional goulash! Made in under an hour and packed with nutritious vitamins and minerals. Protein: 34 gCalories: 492 kcalReady in: 1 hourRecipe by: VeganBlueberryBonus: make this veggie-packed stew as thick or soupy as you wish Hearty and delicious, this vegan sausage stew with white beans is a favorite on a cold winter day (if you want more veggie bean recipes, look no further )! You can chop the veggies in advance to save time and make this a true easy weeknight dinner. Protein: 13 gCalories: 379 kcalReady in: 50 minutesRecipe by: MasalaHerbBonus: loaded with fiber and hearty vegetables My flavor-packed bowl of comforting homemade vegetable goodness; this vegan Lebanese moussaka stew, is one you can prepare for easy dinners during busy days at home. Protein: 20 gCalories: 553 kcalReady in: 1 hourRecipe by: SomebodyFeedSebBonus: serve with a dollop of sour cream or plain yoghurt Our winter favourite – so wholesome, comforting and warming! This Kidney Bean Stew with Dumplings is inexpensive to make, but the result is scrumptious. It also freezes well, so you can double or even triple the stew and only make dumplings at a later date. Bonus: a great weight loss veggie stew After a high protein, high fibre, low-calorie vegetarian dinner? Our Mexican bean stew is just the ticket! Casseroles are comfort foods at their finest and this one is not just healthy and nourishing, bit’s also incredibly tasty too. Try it now! I’ve covered some of the most commonly asked questions about vegetarian stews, but if there’s anything else you’d like to know, just drop them in the comments!
What veg is good for stew?
The tastiest and healthiest vegetables make the heartiest meals and are the best vegetables for stews. Some of them include:
Root vegetables like carrots, sweet potatoes and beetroot Cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and cauliflower Bulbs like garlic and ginger Leafy greens like spinach and kale Legumes like peanuts, snow peas and kidney beans Fruit “vegetables” like tomatoes and all sorts of peppers
Although each recipe above calls for some pretty solid choices, you can always add any of the aforementioned veggies to make your stew all the more wholesome.
How do you add flavour to vegetable stew?
Including spices like garlic, peppers and onions and using fragrant oils like peanut and olive oil adds flavour to vegetable stews. Herbs like cumin and coriander can also add taste to your stew.
What is the secret to good stew?
The secret to making a good stew lies in combining fresh veggies that complement each other well with carefully measured spices and then tossing them all together in the perfect vegetable broth for a decent amount of time. Your vegetables should maintain their crunch, and the texture of your stew should be uniform as well.
Is vegetarian stew healthy?
Packed with vitamin-rich and nutrient-dense veggies, a vegetarian stew is an incredibly healthy meal. It doesn’t matter what the main ingredient is either. As long as you include a range of veggies, you’ll be getting the health benefits of legumes, antioxidizing yourself like the nutritional profile of tomatoes suggests, nourishing your body with the medical advantages of beans and loads more. Vegetarian stews will always have a place in my heart as some of the best vegetarian meals of all time, and these easy recipes are absolute must-trys. So look through the list to find what seems the most tantalizing to you and give it a go. Don’t forget to tell us how it went in the comments and follow our blog for more!
