Sausage and Swiss Chard Soup

Warm up with a comforting bowl of Sausage and Swiss Chard Soup, a hearty and flavorful one-pot meal perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. This rustic soup combines the savory richness of Italian sausage with the earthy goodness of fresh Swiss chard, all balanced by tender vegetables like carrots, celery, and russet potatoes. Simmered in a robust chicken broth with a hint of garlic and thyme, this comforting recipe comes together in under an hour. Top it with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese for an irresistible finishing touch. Packed with protein, nutrients, and bold flavors, this satisfying dish is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium Carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 stalks Celery stalks, diced
• 1 large Russet potato, peeled and diced
• 6 cups Chicken broth
• 1 14-ounce can Canned diced tomatoes (with juices)
• 1 bunch Swiss chard, stems removed and leaves chopped
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large pot over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Remove the sausage from its casing (if applicable) and crumble it into the pot. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the diced potato to the pot and stir for 1-2 minutes to coat it in the aromatics.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken broth and add the canned diced tomatoes with their juices. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Return the cooked sausage to the pot and add the dried thyme, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Bring the soup to a boil.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to a simmer and let the soup cook until the potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Step 8

Add the chopped Swiss chard to the pot and stir. Cook for another 5 minutes, until the Swiss chard is wilted and tender.

Step 9

Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3291.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2454.5

Total Fat 159.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 338.2mg	0%
Sodium 11920.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 126.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.6g	0%
Total Sugars 33.5g
Protein 145.7g	0%

Vitamin D 47.6IU	0%
Calcium 1877.1mg	0%
Iron 17.9mg	0%
Potassium 6025.4mg	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: 56.8%

Protein: 23.1%

Carbs: 20.0%