Italian Vegetable Soup with Spicy Sausage
Warm up your evenings with a delightful bowl of Italian Vegetable Soup with Spicy Sausage. This nourishing recipe combines a medley of colorful vegetables and hearty ingredients, making it the perfect comfort food for busy weeknights or gatherings with friends. Infused with rich flavors from zesty sausage and fresh herbs, this dish not only fills your home with inviting aromas but also warms your soul. Plus, it’s quick to prepare and stores beautifully for meal prep, tasting even better the next day. Whether you’re feeding a family or enjoying a cozy night in, this soup is sure to become a cherished favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- Olive or avocado oil
- 2 links spicy Italian sausage (or turkey/plant-based alternative)
- 2 leeks, sliced
- 1 fennel bulb, sliced
- 1 large parsnip, diced
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 1 rib celery, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can whole tomatoes, chopped
- 1 can navy beans, drained
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup chopped kale
- Lemon juice
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Crumble in the spicy sausage and sauté until browned.
- Add leeks, fennel, parsnip, carrot, and celery to the pot. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning; sauté until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic for about a minute before adding chopped tomatoes and navy beans.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Stir in kale and lemon juice just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg