Italian Sausage Ditalini Minestrone Soup
Indulge in a warm bowl of Italian Sausage Ditalini Minestrone Soup, a delightful blend of tender vegetables, hearty sausage, and ditalini pasta simmered in a rich tomato broth. This comforting soup is packed with nutrients while delivering bold flavors that are perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in. Easy to prepare and versatile enough to customize with your favorite ingredients, it makes an excellent meal prep option that tastes even better the next day. Enjoy the satisfying warmth and nourishment this minestrone brings to your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lb chicken sausage (or turkey sausage)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 large carrot, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large zucchini, diced
- 15 oz black or white beans, drained and rinsed
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 28 oz diced tomatoes
- 3/4 cup ditalini pasta
- Seasonings: sea salt, black pepper, basil, oregano
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Brown the chicken sausage for about 5–7 minutes until cooked through.
- Add the onion, carrot, zucchini, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper and sauté for about 10 minutes until vegetables soften.
- Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Stir in beans, basil, and oregano; bring to a boil.
- Add ditalini pasta to the boiling soup, reduce heat to medium, and simmer for about 15 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Serve hot with crusty bread or herb garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg