Italian Cucuzza Stew

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Warm up your soul with a hearty bowl of Italian Cucuzza Stew, a rustic and comforting dish that highlights the delicate flavor of cucuzza squash, a beloved ingredient in traditional Italian cooking. This vibrant vegetable stew is packed with tender potatoes, sweet carrots, and the aromatic duo of garlic and basil, all simmered to perfection in a savory vegetable broth enriched with juicy diced tomatoes. Seasoned with oregano, salt, and pepper, each spoonful bursts with homestyle Italian flavors. Ready in just an hour, this one-pot wonder is perfect for a wholesome weeknight dinner or meal prep, serving up to six. For an extra touch of indulgence, garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of basil. Ideal for vegetarians and easy to customize, this Italian Cucuzza Stew is a simple yet satisfying way to celebrate authentic Mediterranean flavors!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 45 min
• Total Time: 1 hr
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

13 items

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 large Yellow onion
• 3 large Garlic cloves
• 2 medium Cucuzza squash
• 2 medium Potatoes
• 2 medium Carrots
• 1 14.5-ounce can Diced tomatoes (canned)
• 4 cups Vegetable broth
• 1 cup Fresh basil
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

2. Peel and dice the onion, then mince the garlic cloves. Add them to the pot and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and fragrant.

3. Peel the cucuzza squash, potatoes, and carrots. Chop them into bite-sized pieces.

4. Add the cucuzza squash, potatoes, and carrots to the pot. Stir and cook for 5 minutes to lightly sauté the vegetables.

5. Pour in the diced tomatoes and vegetable broth. Stir to combine.

6. Add the chopped fresh basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.

7. Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and simmer for 35-40 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

8. Taste the stew and adjust seasonings if needed.

9. Serve hot, optionally garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and additional fresh basil.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (685.8g)

Calories		292
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		9.6 g	12%
	Saturated Fat	2.7 g	14%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.7 g
Cholesterol		8 mg	3%
Sodium		1005 mg	44%
Total Carbohydrate		43.9 g	16%
	Dietary Fiber	9.6 g	34%
	Total Sugars	13.0 g
Protein		13.7 g	27%
Vitamin D		0.1 mcg	1%
Calcium		302 mg	23%
Iron		3.4 mg	19%
Potassium		1369 mg	29%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 518 cal (27.5%%)

Protein: 321 cal (17.0%%)

Carbs: 1048 cal (55.5%%)