Spicy Minestrone with Sausage

Savor the cozy, bold flavors of Spicy Minestrone with Sausage, a hearty twist on the classic Italian soup that's perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping. Featuring spicy Italian sausage, tender vegetables, and a medley of kidney beans, zucchini, and green beans, this soup is packed with rich flavors and wholesome ingredients. Infused with aromatic garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, and Italian herbs, every spoonful delivers a delightful kick of spice. Small pasta shapes simmered to perfection make this dish satisfyingly filling. Ready in just an hour, this comforting one-pot recipe is finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan and fresh parsley for the ultimate touch of warmth and flavor. Perfect for fans of spicy soups and hearty meals, this minestrone is sure to become a new favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Italian sausage (spicy, casings removed)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion (diced)
• 2 medium Carrots (diced)
• 2 medium Celery stalks (diced)
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
• 28 ounces Diced tomatoes (canned, with juices)
• 6 cups Vegetable broth
• 15 ounces Red kidney beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
• 1 medium Zucchini (diced)
• 1 cup Green beans (trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces)
• 1 cup Raw pasta (small shapes like ditalini or elbow macaroni)
• 0.5 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 0 N/A Salt (to taste)
• 0 N/A Black pepper (to taste)
• 0 N/A Grated Parmesan cheese (for serving, optional)
• 0 N/A Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the sausage, breaking it up into small chunks with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes. Remove the sausage from the pot and set it aside.

Step 2

In the same pot, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes to the pot. Stir and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Return the cooked sausage to the pot. Add the dried oregano, dried basil, and season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6

Lower the heat to a simmer and add the kidney beans, zucchini, and green beans. Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Stir in the raw pasta and continue to simmer for another 8-10 minutes, or until the pasta is tender but still has a slight bite.

Step 8

Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning as needed. If you like more spice, add an extra pinch of crushed red pepper flakes.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3986.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3169.1

Total Fat 147.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.9g
Cholesterol 276.2mg	0%
Sodium 9640.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 332.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 64.6g	0%
Total Sugars 76.3g
Protein 145.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 890.9mg	0%
Iron 28.3mg	0%
Potassium 8143.8mg	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: 41.0%

Protein: 18.0%

Carbs: 41.0%