Italian Sausage Zucchini Stew Recipe

Say goodbye to boring zucchini! This vibrant Italian Sausage Zucchini Stew is a flavor explosion. Tender zucchini and savory Italian sausage simmer together in a rich and aromatic sauce. Perfect served over your favorite pasta with a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, or try it spooned over creamy cheese-stuffed tortellini for an extra decadent treat. A quick and easy weeknight meal the whole family will love!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 359.7 kcal
Protein 39g
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Ingredients for Italian Sausage Zucchini Stew

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How to Make Italian Sausage Zucchini Stew

  1. Brown 1 lb Italian sausage in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off excess grease.
  2. Add 2 stalks celery, finely chopped, and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
  3. Stir in 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes; 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon dried basil; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional); and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  4. Add 3 medium zucchini, diced; and 1 cup vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 20 minutes, or until zucchini is tender.
  5. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley before serving. Serve hot over pasta of your choice, topped with grated Parmesan cheese or alongside cheese-stuffed tortellini.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

72 g

Sugar

54g

Fat

37g

Carbs

8g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Italian Sausage Zucchini Stew?

Italian Sausage Zucchini Stew takes about 85 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 65 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Italian Sausage Zucchini Stew?

Italian Sausage Zucchini Stew has approximately 359.7 calories per serving, with about 39 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 33 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Italian Sausage Zucchini Stew?

The key ingredients for Italian Sausage Zucchini Stew are Italian Sausage, Celery, Zucchini, Onion, Tomatoes, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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