Italian Rustico Soup

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Warm, hearty, and bursting with flavors of the Italian countryside, Italian Rustico Soup is the ultimate comfort food for cozy nights. This robust, one-pot recipe combines savory Italian sausage, tender vegetables like carrots, zucchini, and celery, and creamy cannellini beans, all simmered in a rich, aromatic broth infused with dried oregano, basil, and a hint of red pepper flakes for subtle heat. Topped with earthy kale and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, this soup offers a perfect balance of wholesome ingredients and bold, rustic flavors. Ready in just an hour and serving up to six, this satisfying meal is ideal for family dinners or meal prep. Optimize your weeknight cooking with this nutrient-packed, savory delight—perfect for anyone looking for a comforting Italian soup recipe with a touch of authenticity!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: 40 min
• Total Time: 1 hr
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

18 items

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound Italian sausage, casing removed
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 3 medium carrots, diced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
• 1 large russet potato, peeled and cubed
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 15 ounces canned cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 3 cups kale leaves, stems removed and roughly chopped
• 0.25 cups Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

2. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces with a spoon. Remove the sausage from the pot and set it aside.

3. In the same pot, add the diced onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

4. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

5. Add the diced carrots, celery, potato, and zucchini to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes to slightly soften the vegetables.

6. Pour in the canned diced tomatoes and chicken or vegetable broth. Stir in the cooked sausage, cannellini beans, dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.

7. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes and carrots are tender.

8. Add the chopped kale to the pot and stir. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes until the kale has wilted.

9. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Serve hot, optionally garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (634.5g)

Calories		510
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		33.6 g	43%
	Saturated Fat	10.8 g	54%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.6 g
Cholesterol		69 mg	23%
Sodium		2051 mg	89%
Total Carbohydrate		33.6 g	12%
	Dietary Fiber	7.6 g	27%
	Total Sugars	7.0 g
Protein		22.2 g	44%
Vitamin D		0.1 mcg	0%
Calcium		201 mg	15%
Iron		3.8 mg	21%
Potassium		1109 mg	24%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1800 cal (57.3%%)

Protein: 540 cal (17.2%%)

Carbs: 802 cal (25.5%%)