Description
Indulge in a warm and hearty bowl of Italian Vegetable Soup with Spicy Sausage, a dish that combines the vibrant flavors of fresh vegetables and savory sausage. This comforting soup is perfect for cozy dinners, family gatherings, or meal prep for the week ahead. With its rich broth, tender vegetables, and a hint of spice, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your home. Simple to prepare in under an hour, it’s both nutritious and satisfying. Customize it with your favorite seasonal veggies or adjust the spice level to suit your taste buds.
Ingredients
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- Olive or avocado oil
- 2 links spicy Italian sausage (casings removed)
- Leeks, sliced
- Fennel bulb, quartered and sliced
- 1 large parsnip, peeled and diced
- 1 medium carrot, peeled and diced
- 1 rib celery, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, pressed
- 1 (28 ounce) can whole tomatoes, drained and chopped
- 1 (15 ounce) can navy beans, drained and rinsed
- 6 cups chicken stock/broth
- 1 cup chopped kale
- 1 tablespoon chopped Italian flat-leaf parsley
- Squeeze of lemon (about 1 teaspoon)
- 1 (16 ounce) package gnocchi (optional)
Instructions
- In a large soup pot over medium-high heat, drizzle oil and cook crumbled sausage until browned.
- Add sliced leeks, fennel, parsnip, carrot, and celery; sauté until tender.
- Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant; then add tomatoes and beans.
- Pour in chicken stock; bring to a simmer for 20 minutes.
- Add kale and parsley before serving hot over cooked gnocchi if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg