Chunky Mushroom and Beetroot Stew with Rustic Bread

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-26 · Updated 2026-07-26

A hearty vegetarian stew combining earthy mushrooms and sweet beetroot, simmered in a rich tomato broth and served with crusty rustic bread. This Mediterranean-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs olive oil, yellow onion, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 12 oz, quartered button mushrooms
• 1 cup, diced cooked beetroot
• 14 oz canned diced tomatoes
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
• 4 slices rustic bread

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 medium diced yellow onion and 4 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
2. Step 2: Add 12 oz quartered button mushrooms to the pot, cooking for 6-7 minutes until they release moisture and begin to brown at the edges.
3. Step 3: Stir in 1 cup diced cooked beetroot, 14 oz canned diced tomatoes, and 2 cups vegetable broth. Season with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp dried thyme, and 1/2 tsp smoked paprika. Bring to a simmer.
4. Step 4: Reduce heat to low, cover, and let stew simmer gently for 25 minutes until thickened and flavors meld.
5. Step 5: Stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley just before serving.
6. Step 6: Toast 4 slices of rustic bread until golden and serve alongside the stew for dipping.