High Protein Hearty Vegetable and Sausage Soup

Warm up with a bowl of High Protein Hearty Vegetable and Sausage Soup, a nutritious and comforting meal brimming with vibrant vegetables, savory chicken sausage, and a protein-packed boost from cannellini beans. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping, this one-pot recipe combines sautéed onions, carrots, celery, and zucchini with tender kale and aromatic herbs like thyme and bay leaves in a flavorful chicken broth base. The addition of juicy diced tomatoes and a sprinkle of fresh parsley create a balanced, hearty dish that feels both wholesome and indulgent. Ready in just one hour, this low-sodium, gluten-free soup is an excellent source of vitamins, fiber, and protein, keeping you satisfied throughout the day. Serve it hot with crusty bread or enjoy on its own as a complete meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound chicken sausage
• 1 large onion, diced
• 3 medium carrots, sliced
• 3 medium celery stalks, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 4 cups kale, chopped
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 15 ounces cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 pieces bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chicken sausage and cook until browned, about 6 minutes, breaking it up as it cooks.

Step 2

Remove the sausage from the pot and set aside. In the same pot, add the diced onion, sliced carrots, and sliced celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced zucchini to the pot and cook for another 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Return the cooked sausage to the pot along with the chopped kale. Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and cannellini beans.

Step 6

Add the bay leaves, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine all ingredients.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes. Stir occasionally and adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaves before serving, and garnish each bowl with freshly chopped parsley.

Step 9

Serve hot, enjoy your high-protein, hearty vegetable and sausage soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3820.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2022.0

Total Fat 103.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g
Cholesterol 328.4mg	0%
Sodium 6835.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 170.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 48.0g	0%
Total Sugars 44.6g
Protein 126.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1222.3mg	0%
Iron 24.3mg	0%
Potassium 7069.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.9%

Protein: 23.8%

Carbs: 32.2%