Vegetable Pot Au Feu

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 17
Healthy Vegetable Pot Au Feu Stew for Lunch
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Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 cups vegetable broth
2 cups water
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper
8 whole black peppercorns
2 bay leaves
4 fresh parsley sprigs
5 fresh thyme sprigs
4 carrots , peeled and cut into 2-inch lengths
4 leeks , white part only , cut into 2-inch lengths
3 small yellow onions , peeled
3 small turnips , peeled and halved
3 boiling potatoes , halved
2 parsnips , peeled and cut into 2-inch lengths
2 celery hearts , each 6 inches long

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
136
Sugar
9g
Fat
1g
Originally a popular French dish, vegetables Pot Au Feu is a stew typically made with beef bones, while this is a vegetarian version. The vegetables are simmered with fragrant herbs and spices to create a flavorful and aromatic broth that is then poured over slices of bread. This stew is incredibly nourishing and is particularly good for boosting the immune system or recovering from illness. It is a classic and comforting dish eaten throughout the year.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, add the vegetable broth, water, salt, pepper, black peppercorns, bay leaves, parsley, and thyme. Bring to a boil.
2.Add the carrots, leeks, yellow onions, and turnips to the boiling broth. Let the vegetables cook for 10 minutes.
3.Add the boiling potatoes, parsnips, and celery hearts to the pot and continue to cook the soup for another 10-15 minutes until vegetables are tender. Remove the pot from the heat.
4.Place a stack of sliced bread in each bowl and pour soup over the bread. Serve hot with Dijon mustard and a baguette, if desired.

PROS

This stew is low calorie, gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan-friendly.
It is packed with nutrients and is a delicious way to consume multiple servings of vegetables at once.

CONS

The stew may not be filling for some individuals and may require bread or other side dishes to make it more substantial in calories and nutrition.
The preparation time can also be lengthy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Vegetable Pot Au Feu is a perfect meal to stay healthy and have essential nutrients intake. The vegetables in this hearty stew are a great source of fiber, vitamins A, C, and K, and minerals such as potassium and folate. Moreover, it is a great meal for individuals who are watching their saturated fat intake as this stew is naturally low in fat.

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