veggie cioppino
Veggie cioppino is an amazing go-to simple weeknight meal. Packed full of both nutrition and flavor - and can easily modified with a variety of veggies and dressed up with yummy bread or even pasta. This recipe serves 2-3 adults.
- olive oil 
- 1 TBS vegan butter 
- 1 can of diced fire roasted tomatoes (or fresh) 
- 2 cups water (sub veggie broth if no bouillon) 
- 1 TBS veggie bouillon paste 
- fresh parsley 
- 16 ounces shiitake mushrooms (can easily sub a variety of other mushrooms) 
- 1 1/2 cups each celery and onion diced 
- 3 garlic cloves 
- 1 can garbanzo beans drained (or about 12 ounces cooked fresh for even better flavor) 
- 1 TBS old bay seasoning 
- 1 tsp garlic powder 
- 1 tsp onion powder 
- salt/pepper to taste 
Instructions
- Heat vegan butter and saute shiitake mushrooms to desired crispiness (we usually cook to light brown). Set aside. 
- Heat olive oil in same pan. Add onions, carrots, and celery and saute over medium-high heat until tender about 6 minutes, add garlic and saute 1 minute longer. 
- Add water, bouillon, tomatoes, garbanzos, and seasonings. 
- Bring to a simmer and then reduce heat to medium-low and cover with lid, stirring occasionally. Simmer for 15-20 minutes to eat right away (or longer for added flavor). 
- Add cooked mushrooms a few minutes prior to serving. 
- Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy! 
 
                        