Italian Vegetable Bowl Recipe

A hearty and flavorful Italian vegetable bowl, perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner! This recipe, inspired by a classic, blends tender vegetables with savory ground beef in a rich and satisfying sauce. Get ready for a delicious and easy-to-make meal the whole family will love.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 110 mins
Calories 218.5 kcal
Protein 27g
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Ingredients for Italian Vegetable Bowl

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How to Make Italian Vegetable Bowl

  1. Brown 1 lb ground beef in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until cooked through. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add 1 large onion (chopped), 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 green bell pepper (chopped), 1 red bell pepper (chopped), 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp dried basil, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, 1/2 cup chopped carrots, and 1/2 cup chopped celery to the pot. Stir to combine.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour, or until the vegetables are tender.
  4. Stir in 1 cup shredded cabbage, 1 cup cooked macaroni, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley.
  5. Continue to cook for another 20 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender and heated through.
  6. Serve hot, topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and crusty French bread, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

28 g

Sugar

27g

Fat

14g

Carbs

8g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Italian Vegetable Bowl?

Italian Vegetable Bowl takes about 130 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 110 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Italian Vegetable Bowl?

Italian Vegetable Bowl has approximately 218.5 calories per serving, with about 27 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 11 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Italian Vegetable Bowl?

The key ingredients for Italian Vegetable Bowl are Ground Beef, Water, Kidney Beans, Tomato Sauce, Stewed Tomatoes, Carrot. See the full list with measurements above.

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