Low Fat Hearty Sausage Stew

Warm up your table with this Low Fat Hearty Sausage Stew, a comforting, nutrient-packed dish that’s both guilt-free and full of flavor. Tender chunks of low-fat chicken sausage are paired with a medley of vibrant vegetables, including carrots, celery, zucchini, and red bell pepper, all simmered to perfection in a savory, low-sodium chicken broth infused with Italian seasoning. The addition of diced tomatoes brings a subtle sweetness, while hearty potatoes make this stew irresistibly satisfying. Ready in just an hour, this one-pot wonder is perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend meal—it's healthy, hearty, and brimming with wholesome goodness. Garnished with fresh parsley, this stew serves as a delicious, low-fat option for the whole family.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 400 grams low-fat chicken sausage
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion
• 3 garlic cloves
• 3 carrots
• 2 celery stalks
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1 zucchini
• 2 medium potatoes
• 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons parsley

Directions

Step 1

Slice the low-fat chicken sausage into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the sliced sausage to the pot and cook it until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage and set it aside.

Step 4

Dice the onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 5

Slice the carrots, celery, and red bell pepper into small pieces. Cut the zucchini into quarters lengthwise, then chop into slices. Peel and cut the potatoes into cubes.

Step 6

In the same pot, add the remaining olive oil. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until the onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 7

Add the carrots, celery, and red bell pepper to the pot and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 8

Return the sausage back to the pot, then add the zucchini and potatoes.

Step 9

Pour in the chicken broth and canned diced tomatoes with their juices.

Step 10

Stir in the Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.

Step 11

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 12

Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 13

Chop the parsley and stir it into the stew just before serving.

Step 14

Serve hot and enjoy this delicious low-fat hearty sausage stew.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2968.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1601.9

Total Fat 52.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 235.3mg	0%
Sodium 6176.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 175.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.0g	0%
Total Sugars 59.3g
Protein 104.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 512.5mg	0%
Iron 12.9mg	0%
Potassium 6002.7mg	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: 29.6%

Protein: 26.3%

Carbs: 44.1%