Viva Italia Gumbo (Ratatouille W- Sausage and Chicken)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1
Viva Italia Gumbo (Ratatouille W- Sausage and Chicken)
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

55 min

Ready In

75 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

olive oil
2 onions , slivered
1 red pepper , seeded and cut into chunks
1 green pepper , seeded and cut into chunks
1 yellow pepper , seeded and cut into chunks
1 eggplant , cut into chunks
2 zucchini , cut into chunks
1/2 lb fresh mushrooms ( recommend- baby bellas & shittake )
2 cups red wine
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
6 garlic cloves ( finely chopped )
3 bay leaves
1 tablespoon fresh thyme ( chopped )
1/2 - 1 tablespoon sugar
28 ounces canned plum tomatoes ( recommend fire roasted )
16 ounces chopped tomatoes ( recommend fire roasted )
1 lb sweet Italian turkey sausage
2 cups shredded cooked chicken
salt & pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
365
Sugar
8g
Fat
11g
Viva Italia Gumbo is a delicious and healthy twist on classic gumbo recipe. It incorporates all of the traditional gumbo flavors, with the addition of Italian herbs and vegetables like eggplant, zucchini, and mushrooms. This version is perfect for those who are trying to eat healthier without sacrificing flavor. The dish is full of rich and earthy flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Serve this dish with a side of crusty bread or over brown rice for a filling and satisfying meal that will keep you full for hours.

Instructions

1.Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
2.Add onions, peppers, eggplant, zucchini and mushrooms and cook for about 10 minutes, until vegetables start to soften.
3.Add red wine, balsamic vinegar, garlic, bay leaves, thyme, sugar, canned and chopped tomatoes. Stir to combine and bring to a boil.
4.Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.
5.Meanwhile, slice sausage into pieces and cook in a separate pan until browned.
6.Add cooked sausage and chicken to the pot with the vegetables. Cook for an additional 15 minutes until the meat is warmed through.
7.Season with salt and pepper to taste.

PROS

Viva Italia Gumbo is a hearty, flavorful and filling dish.

It is packed with vegetables and lean protein sources, which make it a healthy and balanced meal.

It is a perfect way to use up all of those vegetables that are lying around in the fridge.

It is a one-pot meal that saves time in cooking and cleaning.

CONS

The recipe is not vegetarian and includes meat in it.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Viva Italia Gumbo is a great way to get all the necessary vitamins and minerals from the vegetables.
The tomato base is rich in antioxidants and helps boost immunity and digestive health.
The lean protein sources from chicken and turkey sausages help to maintain muscle mass and repair tissues.

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