Italian Smoked Sausage Bean Soup

Warm, hearty, and bursting with flavor, this Italian Smoked Sausage Bean Soup is the ultimate one-pot comfort meal perfect for any season. Featuring smoky slices of sausage, tender cannellini beans, and a medley of fresh vegetables simmered in a savory chicken broth seasoned with classic Italian herbs, this dish offers a satisfying balance of protein and wholesome ingredients. A quick 15-minute prep and 30-minute cook time make it an ideal choice for busy weeknights, while the vibrant addition of fresh parsley adds a touch of freshness to every bowl. Serve it with crusty bread for dipping or a crisp green salad for a well-rounded dinner the whole family will enjoy. If you're searching for a flavorful soup recipe that’s both easy to make and irresistibly delicious, this Italian classic is sure to become a favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 14 ounces smoked sausage
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 2 medium carrots
• 2 stalks celery stalks
• 3 cloves garlic
• 30 ounces cannellini beans
• 14 ounces diced tomatoes
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Slice the smoked sausage into 1/4-inch rounds and add them to the pot. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are lightly browned. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Step 3

Dice the onion, carrots, and celery. Mince the garlic. Add the onion, carrots, and celery to the same pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.

Step 5

Add the cannellini beans (drain and rinse them), diced tomatoes (with their juices), chicken broth, dried Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Return the browned smoked sausage to the pot. Bring the soup to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if necessary. Finely chop the fresh parsley and stir it into the soup just before serving.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into bowls and serve warm, optionally paired with crusty bread or a light green salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2979.4 grams (2979.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2362

Total Fat 133.10g	171%
Saturated Fat 40.40g	202%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.80g
Cholesterol 278mg	93%
Sodium 11857mg	516%
Total Carbohydrate 173.00g	63%
Dietary Fiber 42.20g	151%
Total Sugars 28.80g
Protein 121.60g	243%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 696mg	54%
Iron 26mg	146%
Potassium 5642mg	120%

*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: 50.4%

Protein: 20.5%

Carbs: 29.1%