Italian Sausage Zucchini Soup

Cozy up with a bowl of hearty Italian Sausage Zucchini Soup, a comforting and flavor-packed dish perfect for any time of year. This simple-yet-satisfying recipe combines tender zucchini, aromatic Italian seasoning, and juicy Italian sausage to create a nourishing one-pot meal that's ready in just 45 minutes. Bursting with vibrant vegetables like carrots, celery, and onions, and simmered in a savory chicken broth with tomatoes, this gluten-free soup delivers wholesome goodness with every spoonful. Whether you use mild or spicy sausage, this customizable dish is easy to prepare and pairs perfectly with a crusty baguette or a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a finishing touch. Ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep, this Italian-inspired soup is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
• 1 large onion, diced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves minced garlic
• 2 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the Italian sausage to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it up into small crumbles with a wooden spoon. This should take about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set it aside, leaving the drippings in the pot.

Step 4

Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté the vegetables for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Return the cooked sausage to the pot and add the sliced zucchini. Mix well.

Step 7

Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes with their juice. Stir to combine.

Step 8

Add the Italian seasoning, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Bring the soup to a boil.

Step 9

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 11

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2863.5 grams (2863.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1721

Total Fat 126.40g	162%
Saturated Fat 37.00g	185%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 267mg	89%
Sodium 8084mg	351%
Total Carbohydrate 63.00g	23%
Dietary Fiber 15.00g	54%
Total Sugars 28.90g
Protein 93.60g	187%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 496mg	38%
Iron 14mg	76%
Potassium 4701mg	100%

*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: 64.5%

Protein: 21.2%

Carbs: 14.3%