Hearty Mushroom & Vegetable Stew with Coconut Milk

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A rich, umami-packed stew featuring mushrooms and root vegetables simmered in creamy coconut milk, perfect for chilly evenings. This vegetarian-inspired slow cooker (vegetarian) ready in about 435 minutes pairs sliced mushrooms, stalks, diced celery, medium, diced onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 6, 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.

★ 4.4 (13 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 420 min Serves 6 Vegetarian cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place 10 oz sliced mushrooms, 3 medium diced carrots, 2 diced celery stalks, and 1 diced medium onion in the slow cooker.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp sea salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper, then stir to combine.
  3. Step 3: Pour 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk and 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes over the vegetables, stirring gently to coat.
  4. Step 4: Cover and cook on LOW for 7 hours until vegetables are very tender and flavors have melded together.
  5. Step 5: Taste and adjust salt or pepper if needed; serve hot with fresh parsley if desired.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Hearty Mushroom & Vegetable Stew with Coconut Milk take to make?

Total time is about 435 minutes (15 min prep + 420 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Hearty Mushroom & Vegetable Stew with Coconut Milk?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep sliced mushrooms from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Hearty Mushroom & Vegetable Stew with Coconut Milk?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Hearty Mushroom & Vegetable Stew with Coconut Milk for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Hearty Mushroom & Vegetable Stew with Coconut Milk vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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