Description
A comforting dish that combines fresh vegetables and protein, simmered to perfection with rich spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup protein (chicken, beef, or chickpeas)
- 2 zucchinis, chopped
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 1 teaspoon thyme (fresh or dried)
- 1 teaspoon basil (fresh or dried)
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup vegetable or chicken broth
- Squeeze of lemon juice
Instructions
- Heat the pot by adding olive oil over medium heat.
- Add chopped onions and bell peppers, stirring until softened.
- Toss in your chosen protein and cook until browned.
- Add chopped vegetables and cook for 5-7 minutes.
- Sprinkle spices and herbs, stirring to coat evenly.
- Pour in broth to cover mixture, bring to a boil, then simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and lemon juice before serving.
Notes
Prepare the dish in advance for flavors to deepen. Feel free to experiment with proteins and vegetable combinations to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 30mg