Description
Italian Sausage Soup is a hearty and comforting dish that warms you from the inside out. Packed with savory Italian sausage, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic spices, this soup is perfect for chilly evenings or cozy gatherings. Each spoonful delivers a medley of flavors that will leave you craving more. Easy to prepare and full of nutritious ingredients, it’s sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or sweet)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 medium carrots (sliced)
- 2 stalks celery (diced)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Crumble in the Italian sausage and cook until browned, stirring occasionally.
- Add minced garlic, sliced carrots, and diced celery; cook for another 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in canned tomatoes and chicken broth; mix well.
- Season with Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes (if desired). Simmer for 20-30 minutes.
- Just before serving, stir in fresh spinach or kale until wilted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg