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Overhead image of turkey sausage, white bean and kale soup in a white bowl with a spoon.
Course dinner, Soup

Turkey Sausage and Kale Soup

By: Elysia Cartlidge
Servings 5 - 6 servings
Homemade turkey sausage and kale soup is classic comfort food! Made with Italian turkey sausage, aromatic vegetables, white beans, and fresh kale, it's guaranteed to warm you up like nothing else. Perfect for meal prep, busy nights, or warming up on a cold winter day! {Gluten-free & dairy-free}
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound raw Italian turkey sausage, casing removed
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 1 cup diced carrots
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 4 cups reduced sodium chicken broth
  • 1 28 ounce can no salt-added diced tomatoes, drained well
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup (optional)
  • 2 cups packed chopped fresh kale, ribs removed
  • 1 19 ounce can low sodium cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste

To garnish

  • Chopped fresh basil leaves
  • Freshly grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add sausage and cook until sausage is lightly browned, breaking up any large clumps with a wooden spoon.
  • Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook and stir until vegetables begin to soften and onion is fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  • Add Italian seasoning and mix well. Add broth, tomatoes, tomato paste, balsamic, bay leaf, and maple syrup (if using). Bring soup to a boil. Reduce heat to medium- low, cover and simmer for 25 minutes.
  • Add cannellini beans and kale and simmer for an additional 2 minutes. Remove soup from heat, remove and discard bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Garnish with fresh chopped basil and parmesan cheese, if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Kale tip: Tear kale into small, bite-sized pieces so it’s easier to chew and evenly mixed into the soup.
  • Sausage options: Use mild Italian turkey sausage for a kid-friendly flavor, or spicy for a little extra heat.
  • Make-ahead tip: For best color and texture, reheat the soup and add the chopped kale just before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 368kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 27gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 48mgSodium: 1048mgPotassium: 1183mgFiber: 9gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 5553IUVitamin C: 43mgCalcium: 172mgIron: 13mg
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