Mediterranean Kale White Bean Soup with Sausage
Warm, hearty, and bursting with bold flavors, this Mediterranean Kale White Bean Soup with Sausage is the ultimate comfort food that's both nourishing and satisfying. Featuring tender kale, creamy cannellini beans, and aromatic Italian sausage, this one-pot meal is elevated by a medley of Mediterranean-inspired spices like oregano, thyme, and smoked paprika. A splash of lemon juice and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese add a zesty, savory finish to every bite. Perfect for busy weeknights, this soup comes together in just 50 minutes and delivers a soul-soothing bowlful packed with protein, fiber, and vibrant colors. Serve it with crusty bread or a side salad for a wholesome meal that will become a family favorite. Keywords: Mediterranean soup, kale soup, white bean soup, sausage soup, comfort food recipe, hearty soups.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 stalks celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 15-ounce cans canned white beans (such as cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed
- 4 cups kale, stems removed and leaves chopped
- 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes with juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage from the pot and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.
Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a boil.
Add the white beans, kale, diced tomatoes (with their juice), oregano, thyme, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Return the cooked sausage to the pot and stir well.
Remove the pot from heat. Stir in the grated parmesan cheese and lemon juice for added depth of flavor.
Taste and adjust seasoning, if needed.
Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley and additional parmesan cheese, if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3008 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 183.2 g | 235% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.5 g | 298% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 365 mg | 122% | |
| Sodium | 12074 mg | 525% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 208.1 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 55.1 g | 197% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.7 g | ||
| Protein | 148.3 g | 297% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1157 mg | 89% | |
| Iron | 31.7 mg | 176% | |
| Potassium | 7079 mg | 151% | |
*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.
