Keto Zuppa Toscana Soup
One of the best things about this healthy zuppa Toscana soup is that it’s surprisingly easy to make at home.
Equipment
- Large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot
- Wooden Spoon or Silicone Spatula
- Chef’s knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Ladle
Ingredients
For the Soup
- 1 lb Italian sausage mild or spicy, casings removed
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups chopped kale
- 2 cups cauliflower florets
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional, for a little heat
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For Garnish (Optional)
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Crispy bacon bits
- Extra kale or fresh parsley
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Sausage
- Heat your Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add the Italian sausage, breaking it up with a wooden spoon.
- Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes.
- Use a slotted spoon to transfer the sausage to a plate, leaving the fat in the pot.
- Pro Tip: Keep some of the rendered fat—it adds extra flavor to the soup base.
Step 2: Sauté the Aromatics
- Add the diced onion to the pot and cook until soft and translucent, about 3–4 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, until fragrant.
- Pro Tip: Watch the garlic carefully—burnt garlic can make the soup taste bitter.
Step 3: Build the Soup Base
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
- Add the cauliflower florets and cook for 8–10 minutes, until tender.
- Return the cooked sausage to the pot.
- Pro Tip: Taste the broth here and adjust salt and pepper before adding cream—it ensures balanced flavor.
Step 4: Add the Kale and Cream
- Stir in the chopped kale and cook for 3–4 minutes, until wilted but still bright green.
- Reduce heat to low and pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine.
- Let the soup simmer gently for 2–3 minutes, just to heat through and thicken slightly.
- Pro Tip: Whisk continuously while adding cream to prevent curdling and keep the soup silky smooth.
Step 5: Serve and Garnish
- Ladle the soup into bowls.
- Sprinkle with optional Parmesan, crispy bacon bits, or extra kale.
- Serve immediately with warm keto bread or on its own for a hearty meal.
- Pro Tip: The soup tastes even better the next day once the flavors have melded, making it perfect for meal prep.
Notes
Nutritional Value (per serving):
- Calories: ~320 kcal
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Net Carbs: 4 g
- Sodium: 850 mg