Heart-Healthy Vegetable Broth

Nourish your body and delight your taste buds with this Heart-Healthy Vegetable Broth—a flavorful, low-sodium alternative to store-bought stocks that's as wholesome as it is versatile. Packed with nutrient-rich ingredients like carrots, celery, zucchini, and fresh herbs, this homemade broth is free from added salt, making it perfect for supporting cardiovascular health. Slow simmering releases vibrant flavors and beneficial nutrients, creating a velvety base ideal for soups, stews, or sipping solo. Ready in just over an hour with minimal prep, this easy-to-make vegetable broth is a kitchen staple for anyone looking to prioritize healthy eating without sacrificing taste. Store leftovers in the fridge or freezer for convenient, guilt-free cooking.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 medium Carrots
• 3 stalks Celery stalks
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 5 cloves Garlic cloves
• 1 medium Zucchini
• 1 large Tomato
• 2 leaves Bay leaves
• 1 bunch Fresh parsley
• 6 sprigs Fresh thyme
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 12 cups Water

Directions

Step 1

Wash all vegetables thoroughly under running water.

Step 2

Peel the carrots and cut them into 1-inch pieces. Chop the celery stalks into 1-inch pieces as well.

Step 3

Peel and quarter the onion. Smash the garlic cloves with the flat side of a knife to slightly crush them.

Step 4

Cut the zucchini into chunks and quarter the tomato.

Step 5

In a large stockpot, combine the carrots, celery, onion, garlic, zucchini, tomato, and bay leaves.

Step 6

Add the parsley bunch, thyme sprigs, and ground black pepper to the pot.

Step 7

Pour in 12 cups of water and bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.

Step 8

Once boiling, reduce the heat to a gentle simmer and let the broth cook uncovered for 60 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even extraction of flavors.

Step 9

Remove the pot from the heat and allow the broth to cool slightly.

Step 10

Using a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth, strain the broth into a large bowl or another pot, discarding the solids.

Step 11

Taste the broth and adjust with more black pepper if needed. Avoid adding salt to keep the recipe heart-healthy.

Step 12

Store the broth in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3769.3 grams (3769.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	345

Total Fat 2.50g	3%
Saturated Fat 0.50g	3%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3967mg	172%
Total Carbohydrate 75.70g	28%
Dietary Fiber 16.00g	57%
Total Sugars 45.50g
Protein 10.90g	22%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 508mg	39%
Iron 7mg	38%
Potassium 2445mg	52%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 6.1%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 82.1%