Middle Eastern Stew

This delicious, low calorie, low fat, low carb dish is ready in just minutes and would make a terrific accompaniment to a protein or even just on its own for a light meal.

Serves 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons veggie stock
• 1 capsicum sliced
• 2 zucchinis sliced
• 2 celery sticks sliced
• 400g can chopped tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon chilli powder
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• Black pepper to taste

Method

• Heat vegetable stock in a large casserole dish until boiling.
• Add sliced capsicum, zucchini, carrots and celery.
• Stir over high heat for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are just beginning to soften.
• Add the tomatoes, chilli powder, mint and cumin.
• Reduce heat, cover the casserole and simmer for 30 minutes or until all the vegetables are tender.
• Season to taste with pepper.