Description
Healthy Slow Cooker Zuppa Toscana Soup is a comforting and nutritious dish perfect for chilly evenings. This creamy soup combines savory Italian sausage, fresh kale, and hearty potatoes, all simmered to perfection in your slow cooker. With minimal effort, you can enjoy a bowl of wholesome goodness that warms the heart and satisfies the palate. Ideal for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this recipe is both delicious and easy to customize according to your dietary preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 4 cups chopped kale (fresh)
- 2 cups Yukon Gold potatoes (diced)
- 1 large onion (diced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the Italian sausage until fully cooked, breaking it into smaller pieces as it cooks.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet; sauté until fragrant and translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Transfer the sausage mixture to the slow cooker. Add chopped potatoes, fresh kale, and pour in chicken broth. Stir gently.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- Stir in heavy cream just before serving for a creamy finish.
- Serve hot in bowls, garnished with extra kale or Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For extra creaminess, stir in Greek yogurt before serving.- Substitute turkey sausage for a leaner option.- Feel free to add red pepper flakes for spice or replace kale with spinach.