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Plant-based stew with fiber and potassium
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Tomato potato stew (250 g) has 240 calories. That works out to 96 calories per 100 g. It contains 37.8 g of carbs, 4.3 g of protein, 8.8 g of fat and 5.5 g of fiber. Its 0.6 mg of B6 covers 37% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Tomato potato stew is a simple Turkish home-style dish of potatoes simmered with tomatoes, often with onion and pepper. The potatoes turn tender and soak up the lightly tangy tomato sauce, making the stew hearty enough to serve as a main meal or as part of a larger spread.
In Turkey, it is commonly eaten for lunch or dinner with bread or rice, and a side of yoghurt is a familiar pairing. Elsewhere, it fits easily into everyday plant-based cooking and can be served with a green salad or crusty bread. It provides fibre and potassium; use a modest amount of oil for a lighter version.
Selected: 100 g
96
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
15.1g
· 5% DV
Protein
1.7g
· 3% DV
Fat
3.5g
· 4% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 61% · Protein 7% · Fat 32%
Vitamins
B6
0.25mg · 15% DV
Vitamin C
10.2mg · 11% DV
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
B3
1.12mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
326mg · 10% DV
Sodium
210mg · 9% DV
Iron
1mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
43mg · 6% DV
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 96 calories in 100 g:
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NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.48g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.25g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.48g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14.3:1).
To make Tomato potato stew, soften chopped onion in oil, stir in tomato or tomato paste, then add potato chunks and water. Simmer until the potatoes are tender but still hold their shape, and season with salt and pepper.
Tomato potato stew is usually made with potatoes, tomatoes, onion, oil, water, and salt. Garlic, paprika, black pepper, or herbs are common additions, while tomato paste gives the broth a deeper color and more concentrated tomato flavor.
To keep potatoes intact in Tomato potato stew, choose waxy or all-purpose potatoes, cut them into large even chunks, and avoid overcooking. Stir gently rather than frequently, since rough stirring can break softened potatoes into the broth.
Waxy or all-purpose potatoes work best for Tomato potato stew because they hold their shape as they simmer. Very starchy potatoes can turn crumbly, especially if cooked for too long or stirred often.
Yes, canned tomatoes work well in Tomato potato stew and provide a consistent tomato flavor when fresh tomatoes are out of season. Use chopped or crushed tomatoes, and adjust the added water so the stew does not become too thin.
Tomato potato stew pairs well with crusty bread, rice, or a grain such as bulgur. A crisp green salad or a simple yogurt side adds freshness and makes the meal feel more complete.
Yes, Tomato potato stew can be made with beef, lamb, or ground meat. Brown the meat first and cook it until nearly tender before adding the potatoes, so the potatoes do not overcook while the meat finishes.
To thicken Tomato potato stew, simmer it uncovered until some liquid evaporates. You can also mash a few cooked potato pieces into the broth; this thickens the stew without adding flour or changing its flavor much.
Tomato potato stew keeps well in a sealed container in the refrigerator for a few days. Let it cool before storing, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat so the potatoes are not repeatedly softened.
Yes, Tomato potato stew can be frozen, but the potatoes may become softer or mealy after thawing. Freeze it in airtight portions, thaw it in the refrigerator, and reheat gently while stirring as little as possible.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.