Description
Sausage and Vegetable Soup is a hearty, flavorful soup packed with savory sausage, a variety of colorful vegetables, and herbs. It’s a comforting and nutritious meal perfect for any season.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy), casings removed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 yellow squash, diced
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups chopped spinach or kale
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onion, garlic, carrots, and celery for 5-6 minutes until softened.
- Add zucchini and squash and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
- Return the sausage to the pot and add diced tomatoes, chicken broth, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes.
- Stir in chopped spinach or kale and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until wilted.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use turkey sausage for a lighter version.
- This soup freezes well for meal prep.
- Add cooked pasta or beans for extra heartiness.