Kielbasa Soup

Cozy up with a hearty bowl of Kielbasa Soup, a flavorful blend of smoky kielbasa sausage, tender vegetables, and earthy spices simmered to perfection in a savory broth. This easy-to-make comfort food is packed with wholesome ingredients like carrots, celery, potatoes, and aromatic herbs—perfect for warming up on a chilly day. The addition of optional spinach or kale gives this soup a nutrient-packed twist, while a touch of paprika adds depth to its rich flavor profile. Ready in just 50 minutes, this one-pot wonder is ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep, serving up to six hungry guests. Pair it with crusty bread for a satisfyingly complete meal! Keywords: kielbasa soup recipe, hearty soup, sausage and vegetable soup, easy weeknight dinner, one-pot meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 14 ounces kielbasa sausage
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion
• 3 garlic cloves
• 2 medium carrots
• 2 celery stalks
• 3 medium potatoes
• 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes (canned)
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 bay leaf
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups spinach or kale (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Slice the kielbasa sausage into thin rounds and set aside. Dice the onion, mince the garlic, and chop the carrots, celery, and potatoes into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced kielbasa and cook until lightly browned, about 4-5 minutes. Remove the kielbasa from the pot and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion, minced garlic, chopped carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables are softened and aromatic.

Step 4

Add the chopped potatoes to the pot, followed by the chicken broth, canned diced tomatoes (with their juice), dried thyme, dried parsley, paprika, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Return the browned kielbasa to the pot and bring the soup to a boil over high heat.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the flavors have melded together.

Step 7

If using spinach or kale, stir it into the soup during the last 3-4 minutes of cooking until wilted.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls and serve warm. Optionally, pair with crusty bread for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3360.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1980.8

Total Fat 104.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 186.8mg	0%
Sodium 5470.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 197.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.8g	0%
Total Sugars 46.5g
Protein 72.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 521.5mg	0%
Iron 18.6mg	0%
Potassium 6453.4mg	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: 46.4%

Protein: 14.4%

Carbs: 39.2%