Description
Cauliflower Sausage Kale Soup is a hearty, low-carb comfort soup packed with savory Italian sausage, tender cauliflower, and fresh kale in a creamy, flavorful broth that’s perfect for chilly days.
Ingredients
1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
1 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups cauliflower florets
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
2 cups chopped kale, stems removed
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1/2 tsp dried thyme
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
3. Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
4. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Add cauliflower florets, chicken broth, thyme, and red pepper flakes.
6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10–12 minutes until cauliflower is tender.
7. Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream.
8. Add chopped kale and simmer for 3–4 minutes until wilted.
9. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
10. Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan if desired.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute coconut milk for heavy cream.
Use turkey sausage or plant-based sausage for a leaner or vegetarian alternative.
Blend part of the soup for a thicker, creamier texture.
Serve with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 750
- Fat: 26
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Unsaturated Fat: 13
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 16
- Cholesterol: 70
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