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vegan dumpling stew

Cozy Vegan Dumpling Stew

This hearty vegan dumpling stew is packed with vegetables and fluffy dumplings, making it a comforting and satisfying meal. Perfect for a cozy night in, it’s a flavorful and easy-to-make plant-based delight.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 cup frozen green beans
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • For the Dumplings:
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the vegetable broth and add the diced tomatoes, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Stir in the frozen peas and green beans and simmer for another 5 minutes.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Prepare the dumplings: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  7. Add the almond milk and parsley and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
  8. Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling batter into the simmering stew.
  9. Cover the pot and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the dumplings are cooked through.
  10. Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Notes

Serve with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or a dollop of vegan sour cream for extra flavor.