Italian Vegetable Soup with Spicy Sausage
Italian Vegetable Soup with Spicy Sausage is a warm and comforting dish that perfectly balances vibrant vegetables with zesty sausage for a flavor-packed experience. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this hearty soup features tender gnocchi that adds an extra layer of satisfaction. Each spoonful offers a delightful combination of rich broth, fresh ingredients, and just the right amount of spice to warm your soul. Easy to prepare and fully customizable, this soup is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- gnocchi (optional)
- olive or avocado oil
- chicken or turkey sausage (or spicy Italian sausage)
- leeks
- fennel bulb
- parsnip
- carrot
- celery
- garlic
- whole tomatoes
- navy beans
- chicken stock/broth
- kale
- lemon juice
Instructions
- Cook the gnocchi according to package instructions and set aside.
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, add oil and crumble in the sausage. Brown for a few minutes.
- Add sliced leeks, fennel, parsnip, carrot, and celery; season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Sauté until tender.
- Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant. Add chopped tomatoes and navy beans; mix well.
- Pour in chicken stock; stir to combine and cover the pot. Simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Stir in chopped kale and lemon juice before serving hot over gnocchi.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 45mg