Summer Slumgullion

Savor the taste of summer with this hearty and vibrant **Summer Slumgullion**, a one-pot meal bursting with seasonal vegetables and comforting flavors. Featuring tender ground beef or turkey, fresh zucchini, yellow squash, and bell peppers, this dish is simmered to perfection in a savory tomato-based sauce enriched with aromatic Italian seasonings and a touch of paprika. Elbow macaroni is cooked right in the same pot, soaking up all the delicious flavors for a perfectly balanced and satisfying dinner. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy recipe is ideal for weeknight meals and feeds a hungry crowd. Garnished with fresh parsley and optional Parmesan cheese, it’s a rustic dish perfect for summer nights. Whether you're looking for a quick dinner idea or a way to use up fresh veggies, this Summer Slumgullion is the ultimate crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef or turkey
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 1 medium yellow squash, diced
• 1 medium bell pepper, diced
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1.5 cups dry elbow macaroni
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef or turkey to the pot, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat if needed.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the diced zucchini, yellow squash, and bell pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the vegetables to soften slightly.

Step 5

Add the canned diced tomatoes (with juices), tomato paste, chicken or vegetable broth, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine all ingredients.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then stir in the dry elbow macaroni.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and let simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the pasta from sticking to the bottom of the pot.

Step 8

Once the pasta is tender and the sauce has thickened, taste and adjust seasonings if needed.

Step 9

Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy your Summer Slumgullion!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1275.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1063.9

Total Fat 33.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1775.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 161.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.9g	0%
Total Sugars 24.7g
Protein 34.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 161.0mg	0%
Iron 6.0mg	0%
Potassium 2087.6mg	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: 27.7%

Protein: 12.8%

Carbs: 59.5%