MEDITERRANEAN VEGETABLE STEW

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A Mediterranean diet has been shown to relieve arthritis pain. Serve over polenta, rice or pasta.

Provided by USA WEEKEND columnist Jean Carper

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 cup chopped red onion
2 cups coarsely chopped green pepper
2 large garlic cloves, crushed
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1 small eggplant, unpeeled, cut in 1- to 2-inch chunks
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
½ cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 cup coarsely chopped parsley

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat 1 Tb. oil. Saute onion and pepper until soft, about 10 minutes. Add 1 Tb. oil, garlic, mushrooms and eggplant. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until eggplant is softened but not mushy, about 15 minutes. Add tomatoes, olives, chickpeas and rosemary. Simmer until heated through, about 10 minutes. Stir in parsley. Sprinkle feta cheese over stew if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222.1 calories, Carbohydrate 33.4 g, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 7.9 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 504.9 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

Ashleigh Nancy
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Overall, I thought this stew was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Jeziel Reyes
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I found this stew to be a bit too oily.


Rebecca Opoku
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my stew turned out really bland.


Raja Taib
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This stew is a great make-ahead meal. I made it on Sunday, and we ate it all week.


Erin Fishwick
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I added some cooked chicken to this stew, and it was delicious.


Chan Mohammed
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover rice.


Sybil Booysen
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I'm not a big fan of vegetables, but this stew was actually really good.


Bill Oldham
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This stew is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


HUMASHA MEDIA
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This stew is so easy to make. I just threw all the ingredients in my slow cooker and let it cook all day.


Wilstrigde Hall
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I love the combination of flavors in this stew. The sweetness of the vegetables pairs perfectly with the savory broth.


Oyebola Olamiposi
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This stew is perfect for a cold winter night.


Tomas Bonilla
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I made this stew for a potluck, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


LHFX MEDIA
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This stew is so versatile. I've made it with different vegetables, and it's always delicious. I also like to add different spices, depending on my mood.


Babar Kolachi
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I love the simplicity of this stew. It's just a few simple ingredients, but they come together to create a really flavorful dish.


shadie wa iryn
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a few odds and ends in my fridge, and this is a great way to use them up.


Susan Gonzalez
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I've made this stew several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make, and it's always delicious.


Annah Wanjiku
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This stew was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing, and the vegetables were cooked to perfection. I especially loved the addition of the feta cheese and olives.


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