Italian Vegetable Soup with Spicy Sausage
Indulge in the warmth of Italian Vegetable Soup with Spicy Sausage, a hearty and nourishing dish perfect for cool evenings or casual gatherings. This soup is a delightful blend of fresh seasonal vegetables, crumbled spicy sausage, and comforting broth that warms both the body and soul. The addition of tender gnocchi makes it even more satisfying, while fresh herbs and a squeeze of lemon brighten the flavors. Enjoy it as a standalone meal or paired with crusty bread for a fulfilling dining experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- Olive oil
- 2 links spicy Italian sausage (chicken or turkey)
- 2 leeks
- 1 fennel bulb
- 1 large parsnip
- 1 medium carrot
- 1 rib celery
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 (28 ounce) can whole tomatoes
- 1 (15 ounce) can navy beans
- 6 cups chicken stock/broth
- 1 cup chopped kale
- 1 tablespoon chopped Italian flat-leaf parsley
- Squeeze of lemon
Instructions
- In a large soup pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Crumble in the spicy sausage and brown for a few minutes.
- Add sliced leeks, fennel, parsnip, carrot, and celery. Season with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning; sauté until veggies are tender.
- Stir in garlic until fragrant, then add chopped tomatoes and navy beans.
- Pour in chicken stock/broth; stir to combine. Cover and let simmer for 20 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Turn off heat; mix in kale, parsley, and lemon juice before serving.
- Serve hot over cooked gnocchi if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg