Italian Vegetable Soup with Spicy Sausage
Warm up your evenings with a delightful bowl of Italian Vegetable Soup with Spicy Sausage! This nourishing dish combines vibrant vegetables, hearty beans, and a kick of spicy sausage for a satisfying meal that’s sure to please everyone at the table. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, this soup is not only quick to prepare but also versatile, allowing you to customize it with your favorite veggies. Whether served as a standalone dish or paired with crusty bread, this recipe delivers comfort and flavor in every spoonful.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: About 6 servings
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- Gnocchi (optional)
- Olive or avocado oil
- Turkey sausage or plant-based sausage
- Leeks
- Fennel bulb
- Parsnip
- Carrot
- Celery
- Garlic
- Canned whole tomatoes
- Canned navy beans
- Chicken stock/broth
- Kale
- Fresh parsley
- Lemon juice
Instructions
- If using gnocchi, cook according to package instructions; set aside.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high and brown the crumbled sausage until cooked through.
- Add leeks, fennel, parsnip, carrot, and celery; season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Sauté until tender.
- Stir in garlic; add tomatoes and navy beans. Pour in chicken stock and mix well.
- Cover and simmer for 20 minutes until veggies are soft. Stir in kale, parsley, and lemon juice before serving.
- Serve soup over gnocchi if desired and top with olive oil or parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 45mg