Italian Cucuzza Stew

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!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 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)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 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.

Step 3

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

Step 4

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

Step 5

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

Step 6

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

Step 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.

Step 8

Taste the stew and adjust seasonings if needed.

Step 9

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2733.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1582.3

Total Fat 55.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.7g
Cholesterol 47.6mg	0%
Sodium 6376.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 225.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.5g	0%
Total Sugars 56.1g
Protein 63.8g	0%

Vitamin D 23.8IU	0%
Calcium 1164.3mg	0%
Iron 14.6mg	0%
Potassium 6403.2mg	0%

*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: 30.0%

Protein: 15.4%

Carbs: 54.5%