Description
Indulge in the warmth and flavor of this Italian Vegetable Soup with Spicy Sausage, perfect for cozy dinners or nourishing lunches. This hearty soup is brimming with vibrant vegetables like leeks, fennel, and parsnips, complemented by the kick of spicy sausage and the delightful texture of tender gnocchi. Whether savored on its own or paired with crusty bread, this comforting dish promises to satisfy your hunger while delivering a burst of nutrients.
Ingredients
Scale
- Olive or avocado oil
- 2 links spicy Italian 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
- 1 cup chopped kale
- Gnocchi (optional)
Instructions
- Cook gnocchi according to package instructions and set aside.
- In a large soup pot, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add crumbled sausage and brown for a few minutes.
- Add leeks, fennel, parsnip, carrot, and celery; season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Sautรฉ for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in garlic until fragrant; add tomatoes and navy beans. Pour in chicken stock and bring to a simmer.
- Cover and simmer for 20 minutes until vegetables are tender. Stir in kale before serving.
- Serve hot over cooked gnocchi with optional garnishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: To enhance flavor, use fresh seasonal vegetables and adjust spice levels to suit your taste preferences. For vegetarian options, substitute spicy sausage with plant-based alternatives.