Italian Vegetable Soup with Spicy Sausage
Cozy up with a bowl of Italian Vegetable Soup with Spicy Sausage, a comforting dish that brings warmth and satisfaction to your dinner table. This hearty soup is packed with vibrant vegetables and flavorful spicy sausage, making it a favorite for family gatherings or those quiet evenings at home. With the addition of tender gnocchi, each spoonful feels like a warm hug, perfect for fueling your busy weeknights. In just about 45 minutes, you can create this deliciously wholesome meal that’s not only easy to prepare but also customizable based on what you have on hand. Enjoy this nutritious bowl of goodness that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- Gnocchi (optional)
- Olive or avocado oil
- Turkey sausage or plant-based sausage
- Leeks
- Fennel bulb
- Parsnip
- Carrot
- Celery
- Garlic
- Whole tomatoes
- Navy beans
- Chicken stock/broth
- Kale
- Italian flat-leaf parsley
- Lemon juice
Instructions
- If using gnocchi, cook according to package instructions and set aside.
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Crumble in turkey sausage or plant-based sausage and brown it.
- Add leeks, fennel, parsnip, carrot, and celery; season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Sauté until tender.
- Stir in garlic, chopped tomatoes, rinsed navy beans, and chicken stock/broth; bring to a simmer.
- Cover and let simmer for 20 minutes until vegetables are tender. Stir in kale, parsley, and lemon juice before serving.
- Serve with cooked gnocchi in bowls.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 35mg