Description
Italian Vegetable Soup with Spicy Sausage is a delightful and nourishing dish that brings warmth to any table. This hearty soup combines vibrant, fresh vegetables with the savory kick of spicy sausage, offering a perfect balance of flavors. Tender gnocchi adds a satisfying texture, making it an ideal meal for cozy evenings or gatherings with friends. Ready in just 45 minutes, this nutritious soup is not only easy to prepare but also adaptable to your taste preferences. Pair it with crusty bread for a fulfilling dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- Olive or avocado oil
- 2 links spicy turkey sausage (crumbled)
- 2 leeks (sliced)
- 1 fennel bulb (sliced)
- 1 large parsnip (diced)
- 1 medium carrot (diced)
- 1 rib celery (diced)
- 4 cloves garlic (pressed)
- 1 can whole tomatoes (chopped)
- 1 can navy beans (drained)
- 6 cups chicken stock/broth
- 1 cup chopped kale
- Fresh parsley and lemon juice for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, drizzle oil and brown the crumbled turkey sausage.
- Add leeks, fennel, parsnip, carrot, and celery; sauté until tender.
- Stir in garlic, then add tomatoes and navy beans.
- Pour in chicken broth; bring to a simmer for about 20 minutes until veggies are soft.
- Stir in kale and parsley; adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot over cooked gnocchi with a drizzle of olive oil and garnish with optional cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 45mg