Pasta with Kielbasa and Sauerkraut
Pasta with Kielbasa and Sauerkraut pairs al dente ziti with tangy, rinsed sauerkraut, seared sausage, and sweet bell pepper and onion. Dijon and a splash of white wine brighten the dish, while a hint of cayenne adds gentle warmth. It’s a balanced, hearty weeknight dinner that’s bold, savory, and satisfying.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Pasta with Kielbasa and Sauerkraut, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 53 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 2 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 58 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 20
- Heart Health
- 66
- Metabolic
- 34
- Digestive
- 23
- Inflammatory
- 30
- Performance
- 34
- General Wellness
- 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until slightly firm, 8 to 10 minutes; drain.
- 2
Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the onion and bell pepper in the oil, stirring often, until the onion is tender.
- 3
Stir in the garlic and kielbasa and cook until the kielbasa starts to brown, about 8 minutes.
- 4
Stir in the sauerkraut, mustard, and cayenne; cook about 4 minutes more.
- 5
Stir in the wine and parsley and heat through.
- 6
Toss the ziti with the kielbasa and sauerkraut mixture and serve right away.
- Calories 531.56 kcal High 27%
- Protein 20.21 g Good Source 40%
- Carbohydrate 64.82 g 24%
- Total Fat 19.05 g High 24%
- Saturated Fat 4.94 g High 25%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 40.08 mg Moderate 13%
- Sodium 966.33 mg High 42%
- Dietary Fiber 4.77 g Moderate 17%
- Total Sugars 4.5 g --
- Added Sugars 0.43 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 30.08 mg Low Source 2%
- Iron 2.78 mg Moderate 15%
- Potassium 209.57 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin A 16.46 mcg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin C 42.46 mg Good Source 47%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Mustard
- Sulfites
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Pasta with Kielbasa and Sauerkraut is a German dinner recipe made with 11 ingredients. It takes about 40 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Cayenne Pepper, Dijon Mustard, Fresh Parsley, and Kielbasa Sausage. Each serving provides about 531.56 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Pasta with Kielbasa and Sauerkraut?
- It is a German pasta recipe made with 11 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Pasta with Kielbasa and Sauerkraut made of?
- The main ingredients are Cayenne Pepper, Dijon Mustard, Fresh Parsley, Kielbasa Sausage, Minced Garlic. The full list of 11 is above.
- What goes well with Pasta with Kielbasa and Sauerkraut?
- Explore these German side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Pasta with Kielbasa and Sauerkraut?
- About 40 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 531.56 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Pasta with Kielbasa and Sauerkraut easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 11 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Pasta with Kielbasa and Sauerkraut healthy?
- Pasta with Kielbasa and Sauerkraut has an easyChef Pro health score of 40/100. Per serving, it provides 531.56 calories and 20.21 g of protein, or 40% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 966.33 mg (42% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 4.94 g (25% of the Daily Value). It contains Wheat, Gluten, Mustard, Sulfites, Garlic, Onions and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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