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Close-up of a white bowl filled with creamy Healthy Zuppa Toscana featuring sausage, sliced potatoes, and bright green kale.

Healthy Zuppa Toscana


  • Author: freddyrecipes.com
  • Total Time: 45 min
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A lighter version of the classic Italian sausage and kale soup.


Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound lean Italian turkey sausage, casings removed
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 pound russet potatoes, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup evaporated skim milk or unsweetened almond milk
  • 5 ounces kale, stems removed and chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain any excess fat.
  2. Add onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and water. Add potatoes, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
  5. Stir in evaporated skim milk or almond milk.
  6. Add chopped kale and cook until wilted, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.

Notes

  • For a thicker soup, mash a few potato pieces against the side of the pot.
  • You can substitute chicken breast for sausage for a lower fat option.
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 30 min
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1.5 cups
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4
  • Sodium: 450
  • Fat: 12
  • Saturated Fat: 4
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 28
  • Fiber: 4
  • Protein: 28
  • Cholesterol: 65

Keywords: zuppa toscana, healthy soup, turkey sausage, kale, potato soup, light italian soup