Ingredients
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- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 12 oz chicken sausage, sliced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 (15 oz) can white beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 3 cups chopped kale, stems removed
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ½ lemon, juiced (for brightness)
- Parmesan cheese, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Sausage: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sliced chicken sausage and cook until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pot, add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5 minutes until softened.
- Add Broth and Beans: Pour in the chicken broth, white beans, and diced tomatoes. Stir well to combine.
- Simmer the Soup: Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Let it cook for 10 minutes.
- Add Kale and Sausage: Stir in the chopped kale and cooked sausage. Season with thyme, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Simmer for another 10 minutes.
- Finish and Serve: Squeeze in fresh lemon juice and stir. Ladle into bowls, garnish with Parmesan cheese if desired, and serve hot!
Notes
- Vegetarian Option: Use plant-based sausage and vegetable broth.
- Make-Ahead: This soup stores well for up to 4 days in the refrigerator or 3 months in the freezer.
- Texture Tip: Mash some of the beans for a naturally creamy consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Healthy
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Per Serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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