Description
Warm up with a comforting bowl of Italian Sausage and Vegetable Soup. This hearty dish combines savory Italian sausage with fresh vegetables, creating a delightful medley of flavors in every spoonful. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this easy recipe brings the taste of Italy to your kitchen in just 30 minutes. Serve it with crusty bread for a complete meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the Italian sausage for about 5 minutes, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Add chopped carrots and celery to the pot, sautéing for another 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in sliced zucchini and Italian seasoning; cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Pour in diced tomatoes (with juices) and vegetable broth; bring to a simmer while stirring occasionally for about 10 minutes.
- Add the spinach or kale and let wilt for 2 more minutes before serving.
- Ladle into bowls and enjoy with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg