Italian Vegetable Soup with Spicy Sausage
If you’re in search of a comforting and nutritious meal, this Italian Vegetable Soup with Spicy Sausage is the perfect choice! Bursting with fresh vegetables, hearty beans, and flavorful sausage, this dish brings warmth to any table. It’s an ideal recipe for busy weeknights or gatherings, offering a deliciously satisfying experience in every spoonful. Plus, with the addition of gnocchi, it feels like a warm embrace in a bowl. Easy to prepare and packed with nutrients, this soup is sure to become a beloved staple in your home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- Gnocchi (optional)
- Olive oil
- Spicy Italian sausage (or turkey/plant-based sausage)
- Leeks
- Fennel
- Parsnip
- Carrot
- Celery
- Garlic
- Whole tomatoes
- Navy beans
- Chicken broth
- Kale
- Lemon juice
Instructions
- If using gnocchi, cook according to package instructions; set aside.
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, drizzle olive oil and brown the crumbled sausage.
- Add sliced leeks, fennel, parsnip, carrot, celery, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning; sauté until tender.
- Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant. Add chopped tomatoes and navy beans followed by chicken broth; stir well.
- Cover and simmer for 20 minutes until vegetables are tender. Incorporate kale and lemon juice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg