Zucchini Stew
When the temperature drops, a good, hearty bowl of stew is on the horizon. Using the last of summer’s bounty, this Zucchini Stew is perfect, jam-packed with vegetables. Onion, green bell pepper, carrots, potatoes, cabbage, tomatoes, and garlic. Fresh seasoning, Parmesan cheese, and spices complete this hearty stew.
Flavor is imparted by browning the vegetables in olive oil for a few minutes, but if you want more, fry some bacon and then brown the veggies in the rendered bacon fat for even more flavor, if desired.
A good side to serve with this stew is to bake up a batch of corn muffins or warm homemade dinner rolls. You’ll want to sop up all the juices from the bottom of the bowl – oh, and don’t forget to serve this stew with more finely shredded fresh Parmesan cheese, and some chopped parsley.
Zucchini Stew
Ingredients
- 1-2 Tbsp(s) Olive Oil
- 1/3 cup Yellow Onion, roughly diced
- 1/3 cup Green Bell Pepper, diced
- 1 Small Potato, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup Carrot, diced
- 1 Sm Zucchini, sliced into half rounds
- 3/4 cup Green Cabbage, chopped
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup Tomatoes, chopped (canned or fresh)
- 3 cups Broth (vegetable or chicken)
- 1/4 tsp Dried Oregano OR (1 tsp fresh oregano)
- 1/4 tsp Dried Basil OR (1 Tbsp fresh basil, chiffonaded)
- 1/8 tsp Chili Pepper Flakes
- 1 Parmesan Rind (small piece)
- Freshly Ground Black Pepper (to taste)
- Fresh Sea Salt (to taste)
- 1 1/2 tsps Fresh Lemon Juice
- 1/3 cup Parmesan Cheese (finely shredded)
- Additional Parmesan Cheese & Fresh Parsley (chopped) for serving
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil until it is hot over medium-high heat. Add onion, bell pepper, potatoes, and carrot. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add zucchini, cabbage, and garlic. Cook for another 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. You may need more olive oil for sautéing as you cook the vegetables. Add tomatoes. If using fresh, peel the skin off before chopping. Add the broth, oregano, basil, and chili pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper and add the Parmesan rind and a squeeze of lemon. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for approximately 20-25 minutes until vegetables are tender. Remove the Parmesan rind and discard. Add the finely grated Parmesan and stir until it is dissolved.
- To serve, ladle soup into bowls and add extra Parmesan and chopped parsley as desired. Check for seasoning and adjust to taste.
Variations:
- If desired, fry 1-2 strips of bacon until browned and crisp. Set aside on a paper towel. Once cool, crumble and add to the soup served in bowls along with parsley and Parmesan.
- In the rendered bacon fat, fry the veggies according to the directions above.
Our Latest Posts
-
A Daytrip to Salisbury, NC.
Day Tripping: Day tripping is like having a mini-vacation, and the last best thing about it, is that it allows one to visit areas close to home, which is a win-win in my book. It’s the best way to discover new places, learn the history, enjoy the amenities, and broaden one’s perspective. One thing about…
-
Air-Fried Asian Wonton Purses Recipe
These little Asian purses are filled with crisp bacon, shredded vegetables, and seasoned with ginger, soy sauce, garlic, and more, making the most delicious appetizers. They’re crispy on the outside with an Asian-inspired filling inside. They’re perfect as a side dish for any Asian meal, from a stir-fry to pokes. Or serve them as appetizers,…
-
Yarn Easter Egg Cozy (Free Crochet Easter Pattern)
Nothing quite says Easter like pastel colored eggs, bunnies, spring itself, and of course, the real reason, Christ’s sacrifice on the cross to save mankind. While I take Easter seriously for what it truly means, I enjoy the festivities and other icons associated with Easter, too. When I realized it had been some time since…
-
Spring-Easter Tour 2026
Years ago, I was all about decorating for Easter. I had decorations all over the house, but now I prefer a home that is more decorated for spring with a hint of Easter thrown in. This post contains affiliate links, and I will receive compensation if you purchase an item through one of the links….
-
Writing is an expression of one’s self.
Writing is an expression of one’s self. Writing a story, in this case, fiction, is limited only by one’s imagination. I find it relaxing, putting pen to paper, or more accurately, fingers to the keyboard and letting my mind form characters, names, places, and events. But it’s more than an act of journaling – a…
-
Savannah Getaway 2026
During the last week of March, we visited Savannah for the second time! We were so taken with this historic city and all that it offers that we have long since wanted to return. Over the course of our first time there, we visited Wormsloe, The Pink House, the Cathedral Basilica of St. John the…
