Low Sodium Hearty Vegetable and Sausage Soup

Warm, comforting, and bursting with flavor, this Low Sodium Hearty Vegetable and Sausage Soup is the perfect meal for a chilly day or when you’re craving something wholesome and satisfying. Loaded with colorful vegetables like zucchini, red bell pepper, and carrots, plus protein-packed low-sodium turkey sausage, this soup strikes the perfect balance of health and hearty. Enhanced with aromatic herbs like thyme, oregano, and fresh parsley, every spoonful delivers a delicious depth of flavor—without the excess sodium. A simmer in low-sodium chicken broth and no-salt-added diced tomatoes ties it all together, making it ideal for those watching their salt intake while still enjoying a robust and filling meal. With easy prep and a generous yield of eight servings, this one-pot wonder is perfect for meal prep or feeding a hungry family. Serve it with a side of crusty whole-grain bread for the ultimate cozy dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound low-sodium turkey sausage
• 1 large onion
• 3 large carrots
• 3 celery stalks
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 medium zucchini
• 1 red bell pepper
• 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes, no salt added
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the turkey sausage, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

Remove the sausage from the pot and set aside.

Step 4

In the same pot, add the onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables are soft.

Step 5

Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring frequently.

Step 6

Stir in the zucchini and red bell pepper, cooking for another 3-4 minutes.

Step 7

Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and add the cans of diced tomatoes with their juices.

Step 8

Return the sausage to the pot and add the dried thyme, dried oregano, bay leaf, and black pepper.

Step 9

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaf, stir in the fresh parsley, and taste. Adjust the seasoning with additional black pepper if desired.

Step 11

Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3564.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1601.9

Total Fat 84.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 329.9mg	0%
Sodium 1986.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 105.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.4g	0%
Total Sugars 58.1g
Protein 110.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 486.8mg	0%
Iron 11.8mg	0%
Potassium 4935.3mg	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: 46.9%

Protein: 27.2%

Carbs: 25.9%