Low Carb Hearty Vegetable and Sausage Soup
Warm up with a bowl of this *Low Carb Hearty Vegetable and Sausage Soup*, a comforting, protein-packed meal that’s perfect for any time of year. Featuring savory Italian sausage, fresh zucchini, spinach, and a medley of vibrant vegetables like cauliflower and bell peppers, this soup is a nutrient-rich powerhouse that's keto-friendly and gluten-free. Simmered in a flavorful broth seasoned with aromatic garlic and Italian herbs, it's hearty enough to satisfy your cravings while keeping carbs in check. Ready in about an hour, this one-pot wonder is ideal for meal prep or a nourishing weeknight dinner. Serve hot and enjoy a wholesome meal that’s as delicious as it is healthy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, diced
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 Celery stalks, chopped
- 1 medium Bell pepper, chopped
- 1 medium Zucchini, chopped
- 1 cup Cauliflower, chopped into small florets
- 2 cups Spinach, fresh
- 14.5 oz Diced tomatoes, canned
- 4 cups Chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
Add the Italian sausage to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks, about 5-7 minutes.
Remove the sausage from the pot with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.
Add the diced onion to the pot and sauté for 3-4 minutes until it begins to soften.
Stir in the minced garlic, chopped celery, and bell pepper, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
Add the zucchini and cauliflower to the pot, stirring to combine with the other vegetables.
Pour in the diced tomatoes (with their juices) and chicken broth, then return the sausage to the pot.
Stir in the Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the soup to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
Add the spinach to the pot, stirring until it wilts, about 1-2 minutes.
Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2121 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 152.1 g | 195% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.9 g | 234% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 25.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 363 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 8559 mg | 372% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.6 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.5 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.5 g | ||
| Protein | 120.5 g | 241% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.5 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 695 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 18.5 mg | 103% | |
| Potassium | 6739 mg | 143% | |
*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.
