Italian Vegetable Soup with Spicy Sausage
Warm your soul with this Italian Vegetable Soup featuring a spicy twist! This hearty dish combines vibrant, fresh vegetables with the satisfying flavors of crumbled spicy sausage, creating a comforting bowl perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Rich in nutrients and easy to prepare, this soup is a delightful way to enjoy wholesome ingredients while providing a cozy atmosphere around the dinner table. Plus, it’s versatile enough to customize based on your preferences or what you have on hand. With its savory broth and filling nature, this Italian Vegetable Soup will quickly become a staple in your home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 package gnocchi (optional)
- Olive or avocado oil
- 2 links spicy Italian sausage, crumbled
- 2 leeks, sliced
- 1 fennel bulb, sliced
- 1 large parsnip, diced
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 1 rib celery, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, pressed
- 1 can whole tomatoes, chopped
- 1 can navy beans, drained and rinsed
- 6 cups chicken stock/broth
- 1 cup chopped kale
- Fresh parsley and lemon juice for garnish
Instructions
- If using gnocchi, cook according to package instructions and set aside.
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add crumbled sausage and brown for several minutes.
- Stir in leeks, fennel, parsnip, carrot, celery, salt, and pepper; sauté until tender.
- Add garlic and cook briefly before mixing in tomatoes and navy beans.
- Pour in the chicken broth; stir well. Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in kale and lemon juice before serving over cooked gnocchi if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups (360g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 840mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg