Description
Warm up with a delightful bowl of Italian Vegetable Soup with Spicy Sausage! This heartwarming dish combines a medley of vibrant vegetables and flavorful spicy sausage for a nourishing experience that the whole family will love. Perfect for a cozy dinner on busy weeknights or for meal prepping, this soup is simple to make and packed with wholesome ingredients. Each spoonful is a comforting embrace, rich in flavor and nutrition. Whether you’re feeling under the weather or just craving something hearty, this Italian-inspired soup is sure to hit the spot!
Ingredients
- Olive oil
- Spicy Italian sausage (or turkey/chicken sausage)
- Leeks
- Fennel bulb
- Parsnip
- Carrot
- Celery
- Garlic
- Whole tomatoes
- Navy beans
- Chicken stock/broth
- Kale
- Lemon juice
Instructions
- If using gnocchi, cook according to package instructions and keep warm.
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, drizzle olive oil and add crumbled sausage. Brown for a few minutes.
- Add sliced leeks, fennel, parsnip, carrot, and celery; season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Sauté until vegetables soften.
- Stir in garlic, then add chopped tomatoes and navy beans. Pour in chicken stock/broth.
- Cover and simmer for 20 minutes until flavors meld. Stir in kale and lemon juice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg