42 Vegetarian Dutch Oven Recipes Everyone Will Love

Soups, jambalaya, side dishes and even desserts—these vegetarian Dutch oven recipes are the ultimate comfort foods.

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Meatless Chili Mac

Total Time 40 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I came across this recipe in a newspaper years ago and it’s been a hit at our house ever since. It’s fast and flavorful, and it appeals to all ages. — Cindy Ragan, North Huntingdon, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts: 1-1/4 cups: 206 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 651mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 9g fiber), 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 vegetable,1 lean meat.

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Dutch-Oven Raisin Walnut Bread

Total Time 1 hour 5 min
Servings 1 loaf (32 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator: On a cold day there is nothing better than a warm, crusty Dutch oven raisin bread filled with walnuts. —Catherine Ward, Taste of Home, Prep Kitchen Manager
Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 130 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 149mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Green Beans with Creamy Pistachio Sauce

Total Time 30 min
Servings 10 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I was asked to bring vegetables for a party and wasn’t feeling inspired until I remembered Mom served green beans with butter and evaporated milk. I love pistachios, so I added those instead of almonds. Everybody wanted the recipe, and I was really pleased—very little work and lots of happy family and friends! —Loretta Ouellette, Pompano Beach, Florida
Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 177 calories, 14g fat (7g saturated fat), 32mg cholesterol, 365mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 5g protein.

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Freezer Salsa

Total Time 1 hour 10 min
Servings 10 cups
From the Recipe Creator: Kids in the home economics class at the school where I teach were making this freezer salsa, and it smelled so good that I got the recipe. It’s a great way to use up garden produce. —Deanna Richter, Elmore, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 22 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 375mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein.
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Ravioli with Creamy Squash Sauce

Total Time 20 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Store-bought ravioli speeds assembly of this cozy, restaurant-quality dish that tastes so good, your family won’t notice it’s meatless. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts: 1-1/4 cups: 671 calories, 51g fat (22g saturated fat), 122mg cholesterol, 578mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 7g fiber), 18g protein.

Cozy up to this vegetarian shepherd’s pie, too.

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Italian White Bean Soup

Total Time 30 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: A bowlful of this soup is so satisfying, it's hard to believe it's actually good for you, too. I crave it all the time. With lots of beans and potatoes, it's filling and even hits the spot with meat lovers. —Kristina Krummel, Elkins, Arkansas
Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 164 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 714mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 6g fiber), 8g protein.

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Chocolate Cherry Dump Cake

Total Time 45 min
Servings 15 servings
From the Recipe Creator: My mother-in-law loves chocolate-covered cherries, and I used to make this chocolate cherry dump cake every year for her birthday. Now we've moved away, but I make this for my kids on her birthday and they still feel near her. —Angela Lively, Conroe, Texas
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 331 calories, 20g fat (10g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 197mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein.

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Homemade Meatless Spaghetti Sauce

Total Time 3 hours 35 min
Servings 2 quarts
From the Recipe Creator: When my tomatoes ripen, the first things I make are BLTs and this homemade spaghetti sauce. —Sondra Bergy, Lowell, Michigan
Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 133 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 614mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 3g fiber), 2g protein.

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Celeriac & Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Total Time 35 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: My family can’t get enough of this comforting fall favorite, especially at Thanksgiving. I love the addition of the celeriac. Its mild celery flavor pairs well with the garlic and potato. —Lynelle Martinson, Plover, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 135 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 306mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.
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Simple Maple Baked Beans

Total Time 15 min
Servings 10 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I came up with this recipe in a pinch after running out of baked beans at our oldest daughter’s birthday party. I dressed up canned beans with maple syrup and a few other ingredients to produce this sweet, saucy version that tastes like homemade. They’re so easy to fix that I rarely make baked beans from scratch anymore.
Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 168 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 513mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 5g fiber), 4g protein.
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Summer Zucchini Pasta

Total Time 25 min
Servings 10 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I’m always experimenting when my garden is cranking out zucchini and summer squash. This simple and healthy summer zucchini pasta is one of my latest wins. It’s meatless, but you can add shredded chicken or grilled salmon for a heartier dish. —Beth Berlin, Oak Creek, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 254 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 505mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein.
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Black-Eyed Peas with Collard Greens

Total Time 25 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Time to gather round the table, y’all! This dish has special meaning on New Year’s Day, when Southerners eat greens for future wealth and black-eyed peas for prosperity. —Athena Russell, Greenville, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 177 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 412mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 6g fiber), 9g protein.
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Mamma’s Caponata

Total Time 1 hour 10 min
Servings 6 cups
From the Recipe Creator: Great as an appetizer, but you can easily turn this into a meal. Instead of topping bread, serve over warm pasta. —Georgette Stubin, Canton, Michigan
Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 57 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 134mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat.
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One-Pot Mac and Cheese

Total Time 40 min
Servings 10 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Who likes cleaning up after making mac and cheese? Not this girl. This one-pot mac and cheese is a family favorite, and my 3-year-old is thrilled to see it coming to the dinner table. We love to add sliced smoked sausage to this creamy mac recipe! —Ashley Lecker, Green Bay, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 344 calories, 14g fat (8g saturated fat), 42mg cholesterol, 450mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 16g protein.
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Caribbean Potato Soup

Total Time 30 min
Servings 6 servings (2-1/4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator: My bright and hearty soup features an unusual blend of ingredients, including okra, kale and black-eyed peas. No kale on hand? Use spinach instead. —Crystal Jo Bruns, Iliff, Colorado
Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 213 calories, 10g fat (7g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 954mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 6g fiber), 5g protein.
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Peach Crumble Dessert

Total Time 50 min
Servings 12 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Old-fashioned, delicious and easy to make describes this yummy peach crumble dessert. It’s wonderful served with ice cream. —Nancy Horsburgh, Everett, Ontario
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 237 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 38mg cholesterol, 167mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein.
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Chunky Vegetarian Chili

Total Time 45 min
Servings 11 servings (2-3/4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator: This robust chili teams rice, kidney and pinto beans, and a variety of colorful vegetables for a hearty meatless meal. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 196 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 424mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 6g fiber), 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 starch.

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Easy Apple Cobbler

Total Time 50 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This is a common dish from where I was born and raised in Pennsylvania. It's a classic Dutch-style apple cobbler recipe—easy, quick and delicious. Who wouldn't love this golden brown delight? —Andrea Robson, York, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 244 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 275mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (30g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.

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Easy Moroccan Chickpea Stew

Total Time 30 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: When I’m invited to a potluck, I easily double or triple this healthy vegetarian recipe to treat the crowd to an exotic dish of enticing, bold flavors. —Heather Demeritte, Scottsdale, Arizona
Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 217 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 455mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 9g fiber), 7g protein.
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Makeover Creamed Corn

Total Time 30 min
Servings 10 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This healthy creamed corn has all the rich feel and flavor of the original, but only about half the calories and about a third of the saturated fat. —Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho
Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 234 calories, 9g fat (6g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 574mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 3g fiber), 8g protein.
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Spicy Applesauce

Total Time 55 min
Servings 8 cups
From the Recipe Creator: We have an apple-picking party every year. It’s a bushel of fun, and I always look forward to cooking a batch of this easy applesauce seasoned with cinnamon, cloves and allspice. —Marian Platt, Sequim, Washington
Nutrition Facts: 2/3 cup: 94 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 3g fiber), 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fruit.
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Summer Bounty Ratatouille

Total Time 1 hour 20 min
Servings 12 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Make use of your garden’s surplus with this comforting dish from the Provence region of France. It’s a vegetable dish traditionally made with eggplant, tomatoes, onions, zucchini, garlic, bell peppers and various herbs. I highly recommend accompanying it with some freshly baked bread. —Phyllis Jacques, Venice, Florida
Nutrition Facts: 1 cup ratatouille with 1 cup bread cubes: 205 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 542mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 6g fiber), 7g protein.
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Bean & Bulgur Chili

Total Time 1 hour 5 min
Servings 10 servings (3-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator: Come in from the cold to a piping hot bowl of this zesty bulgur and bean chili. The bulgur adds great texture and heartiness, so you won’t miss the meat. —Tari Ambler, Shorewood, Illinois
Nutrition Facts: 1-1/3 cups: 240 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 578mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 12g fiber), 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 2 vegetable, 1 lean meat.
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Cake & Berry Campfire Cobbler

Total Time 40 min
Servings 12 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This warm Dutch oven cobbler is one of our favorite ways to end a busy day of fishing, hiking, swimming or rafting. It’s yummy with ice cream—and so easy to make! —June Dress, Boise, Idaho
Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 342 calories, 12g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 322mg sodium, 57g carbohydrate (34g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein.
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Vegan Squash Soup with Naan Croutons

Total Time 1 hour 10 min
Servings 8 servings ( about 2-3/4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator: This butternut squash soup is so full of flavor that you won’t miss the meat or dairy! The added can of pumpkin helps to make the soup creamy and smooth, while the coconut milk adds a light sweetness. I love to make this soup as the seasons change! —Audrey Fell, Nashville, Tennessee
Nutrition Facts: 1-1/3 cups: 249 calories, 14g fat (9g saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 506mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 7g fiber), 4g protein.
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Maple-Ginger Glazed Carrots

Total Time 40 min
Servings 16 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I first made this dish for my family and friends one Thanksgiving. Not only are the carrots lovely on the table, they taste terrific, too! —Jeannette Sabo, Lexington Park, Maryland
Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 83 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 168mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 3g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 vegetable, 1/2 fat.
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Vegan Jambalaya

Total Time 40 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This flavorful entree won’t leave you hungry since it uses convenient canned beans in place of meat. —Crystal Jo Bruns, Iliff, Colorado
Nutrition Facts: 1-1/3 cups: 281 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 796mg sodium, 56g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 9g fiber), 11g protein.
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Fried Dill Pickles

Total Time 20 min
Servings 3-1/2 cups
From the Recipe Creator: You may be surprised when you see how easy it is to make a batch of Fried Dill Pickels. Don’t be surprised if they get snatched up in a flash! —Eloise Maynor, Scottsboro, AL
Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 94 calories, 5g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1237mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein.
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Hearty Vegetarian Chili

Total Time 30 min
Servings 9 servings (2-1/4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator: Rich and flavorful, this chili is absolutely packed with fun veggies like mushrooms, beans and sun-dried tomatoes. It's so filling, you'll win over any meat lover. —Pam Ivbuls, Omaha, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 238 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 611mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 12g fiber), 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 vegetable, 2 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1 fat.
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Spiced Tea Poached Pears

Total Time 1 hour
Servings 12 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Pears are among my favorite fall fruits. This lovely dessert makes them especially spectacular. Easy elegance at its best—and that’s important around the holidays.
Nutrition Facts: 1 poached pear with 2 teaspoons syrup and 2 teaspoons sauce: 175 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 13mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 5g fiber), 1g protein.
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Holiday Creamed Spinach

Total Time 35 min
Servings 12 servings
From the Recipe Creator: My mother made a variety of spinach dishes when I was growing up. This rich, delicious creamed version is the only one that stayed with me through the years.—Edie DeSpain, Logan, Utah
Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 129 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 357mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable.
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Contest-Winning Vegetarian Chili

Total Time 1 hour
Servings 16 servings
From the Recipe Creator: My husband and I try to have at least one meatless meal each week and this vegetarian chili recipe is one of our favorites. This recipe makes a huge pot that’s chock-full of color and flavor. And once the chopping is done, it’s quick to cook. —Marilyn Barilleaux, Bothell, Washington
Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 131 calories, 4g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 622mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 6g fiber), 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 fat.
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Cherry Grunt

Total Time 40 min
Servings 10 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Back when I was cooking the hot lunch main dish for about 1,300 students a day, I liked to make this simple old-time dessert for my husband and sons. A scoop of ice cream is perfect.
Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 183 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 128mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (24g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Company Mashed Carrots

Total Time 30 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Although I call these “company carrots,” I’ll often serve them on a weeknight to my family. No matter who’s eating it, the fast, easy dish is always a favorite. —Cynthia Hanus-Beard, Tamarac, Florida
Nutrition Facts: 2/3 cup: 224 calories, 16g fat (10g saturated fat), 41mg cholesterol, 423mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 4g fiber), 2g protein.

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Black Bean Soup

Total Time 45 min
Servings 8 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator: Black bean soup recipes are among my favorite because they're light and it most of the time don't contain meat. For this recipe, you could add lean beef or chicken for a variation. —Angee Owens, Lufkin, Texas
Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 222 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 779mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 9g fiber), 11g protein.

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Dutch-Oven Bread

Total Time 1 hour
Servings 1 loaf (16 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator: Crackling homemade Dutch-oven bread makes an average day extraordinary. Enjoy this beautiful crusty bread recipe as is, or stir in a few favorites like cheese, garlic, herbs and dried fruits. —Catherine Ward, Taste of Home Prep Kitchen Manager
Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 86 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 148mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Black Bean-Tomato Chili

Total Time 45 min
Servings 6 servings (2-1/4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator: My daughter Kayla saw a black bean chili while watching a cooking show and called me about it because it looked so good. We messed with our own recipe until we got this easy winner. —Lisa Belcastro, Vineyard Haven, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 232 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 608mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 10g fiber), 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 vegetable, 1-1/2 starch, 1 lean meat, 1 fat.
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Apple Honey Tapioca Pudding

Total Time 25 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I’m glad that apple season is long, since my family requests this pudding quite often!
Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 257 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 256mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (42g sugars, 2g fiber), 0 protein.
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Creamy Mushrooms

Total Time 25 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Simply prepared yet so satisfyingly good, these mushrooms are creamy and cozy. —Mary Lou Boyce, Wilmington, Delaware
Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 257 calories, 16g fat (10g saturated fat), 48mg cholesterol, 738mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 2g fiber), 10g protein.
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Southern Okra Bean Stew

Total Time 30 min
Servings 11 servings (about 4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator: When this spicy stew’s simmering on the stove, my family has a hard time waiting for dinner. It’s much like a thick tomato-based soup with a hearty mix of okra, brown rice and beans. Everyone leaves the table feeling satisfied—and eager to have it again soon. —Beverly McDowell, Athens, Georgia
Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 217 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 661mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 9g fiber), 10g protein.
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Chickpea Tortilla Soup

Total Time 30 min
Servings 8 servings (3 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator: This vegan tortilla soup recipe is healthy, filling and family-friendly! We love how hearty and flavorful it is. We like to play around with the different toppings we add each time it's served. —Julie Peterson, Crofton, Maryland
Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 289 calories, 5g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 702mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 9g fiber), 13g protein.