Vegan Bouillabaisse

This Vegan Bouillabaisse is a hearty and aromatic stew that captures the essence of traditional French seafood dishes using vibrant vegetables and plant-based ingredients. Infused with saffron and served with crusty bread, it’s a comforting meal that pleases both vegans and non-vegans alike.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Yellow onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Carrots - 2 medium, sliced
• Celery - 2 stalks, chopped
• Red bell pepper - 1, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, sliced
• Cherry tomatoes - 200 grams, halved
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Coconut milk - 200 ml
• Saffron threads - 1/4 teaspoon
• Dried thyme - 1 teaspoon
• Bay leaves - 2
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Seaweed (like nori or dulse) - 5 grams, crumbled
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - for garnish
• Crusty bread - for serving

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Add the sliced carrots, chopped celery, and diced red bell pepper, cooking for another 5 minutes.
5. Incorporate the sliced zucchini and halved cherry tomatoes; stir to combine.
6. Pour in the vegetable broth and coconut milk, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
7. Add the saffron threads, dried thyme, bay leaves, and crumbled seaweed. Season with salt and black pepper.
8. Allow the stew to simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.
9. Stir in the lemon juice and remove the bay leaves before serving.
10. Ladle the bouillabaisse into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve with crusty bread.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 48 g
• Fiber: 9 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil and coconut milk.

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