Traffic Light Stew

Brighten up your dinner table with this vibrant and hearty Traffic Light Stew! Packed with the bold colors and flavors of green, yellow, and red bell peppers—reminiscent of a traffic light—this veggie-loaded dish is as visually enticing as it is delicious. Featuring tender red potatoes, zucchini, and a rich tomato-based broth flavored with paprika, oregano, and garlic, this stew makes a filling, plant-based meal that's perfect for weeknight dinners. Ready in under an hour, it’s easy to prepare and ideal for feeding a family or serving at gatherings. Garnished with fresh parsley and served with crusty bread or over rice, this comforting dish is both wholesome and satisfying. Keywords: traffic light stew, plant-based stew, colorful stew recipe, veggie stew, bell pepper stew.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 large green bell pepper, diced
• 1 large yellow bell pepper, diced
• 1 large red bell pepper, diced
• 2 cups red potatoes, diced
• 1 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
• 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes, canned
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced yellow onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1–2 minutes, being careful not to let it burn.

Step 4

Add the diced green, yellow, and red bell peppers to the pot. Cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the peppers begin to soften.

Step 5

Stir in the diced red potatoes and sliced zucchini, letting them cook for 3 minutes.

Step 6

Pour in the can of diced tomatoes and add the vegetable broth. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Add the paprika, dried oregano, ground black pepper, and salt. Mix well, bringing the stew to a gentle boil.

Step 8

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the stew simmer for 25–30 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 10

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Step 11

Serve hot with crusty bread or over rice, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2755.8 grams (2755.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1274

Total Fat 40.00g	51%
Saturated Fat 6.60g	33%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.50g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5168mg	225%
Total Carbohydrate 208.70g	76%
Dietary Fiber 36.00g	129%
Total Sugars 58.60g
Protein 39.50g	79%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 438mg	34%
Iron 15mg	83%
Potassium 6291mg	134%

*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: 26.6%

Protein: 11.7%

Carbs: 61.7%