Italian Vegetable Soup with Spicy Sausage
Indulge in a warm bowl of Italian Vegetable Soup with Spicy Sausage, a delightful dish that combines vibrant vegetables and zesty sausage for a comforting meal. This hearty soup is perfect for chilly evenings or casual gatherings, offering rich flavors that will please everyone at the table. With tender gnocchi adding an extra layer of comfort, this recipe invites you to share it with loved ones or savor it on a cozy night in. Easy to prepare and adaptable with your favorite veggies, this nourishing soup is bound to become a staple in your home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- Olive or avocado oil
- 2 links spicy Italian sausage (casings removed)
- 2 leeks (thinly sliced)
- 1 fennel bulb (sliced)
- 1 large parsnip (diced)
- 1 medium carrot (diced)
- 1 rib celery (diced)
- Salt and black pepper
- Italian seasoning
- 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
- Cook gnocchi according to package instructions; set aside.
- In a large soup pot over medium-high heat, add oil; once hot, crumble in the sausage and brown.
- Stir in leeks, fennel, parsnip, carrot, and celery. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning; sauté until tender.
- Add garlic, tomatoes, navy beans, and chicken broth; stir to combine.
- Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes until vegetables are tender. Stir in kale, parsley, and lemon juice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg