Vegetarian American Chop Suey Crock Pot

Savor the comforting flavors of this Vegetarian American Chop Suey Crock Pot recipe—a hearty, slow-cooked twist on a classic American pasta dish. This one-pot meal combines tender elbow macaroni, a rich medley of crushed tomatoes and tomato sauce, and sautéed vegetables like diced yellow onion, green bell pepper, and garlic, all simmered to perfection in a flavorful base of vegetable broth and Italian seasoning. A hint of soy sauce adds a unique umami depth, while optional red pepper flakes bring a touch of heat for those who crave a spicy kick. Topped with melty shredded cheddar cheese and brightened with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this effortless crock pot recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekend dinners. Quick to prep and designed to feed a crowd, this vegetarian comfort food favorite is sure to please everyone at the table.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 16 oz Elbow macaroni
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium Green bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 28 oz Crushed tomatoes
• 15 oz Tomato sauce
• 2 cups Vegetable broth
• 2 tbsp Soy sauce
• 2 tsp Italian seasoning
• 0.5 tsp Red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Cook the elbow macaroni in salted boiling water for 2 minutes less than the package instructions, as it will continue cooking in the crock pot. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the diced onion and green bell pepper, and cook until the vegetables begin to soften, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Transfer the sautéed vegetables to the crock pot.

Step 5

Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, vegetable broth, soy sauce, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper to the crock pot. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Add the cooked macaroni and mix everything well.

Step 7

Cover the crock pot and cook on Low for 4 hours or on High for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Before serving, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top and let it melt for a few minutes.

Step 9

Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2621.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3087.3

Total Fat 86.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 121.1mg	0%
Sodium 5995.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 457.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.6g	0%
Total Sugars 63.6g
Protein 119.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1277.5mg	0%
Iron 33.4mg	0%
Potassium 3586.6mg	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: 25.1%

Protein: 15.5%

Carbs: 59.4%