Description
Discover the comforting and nutritious Healthy Sausage Potato Soup That’s Perfect for Cozy Dinners. This wholesome recipe combines tender potatoes, savory sausage, and fresh vegetables for a modern twist on a classic comfort food. Easy to make, customizable, and packed with flavor, it’s the perfect meal for meal prep or family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) spicy or mild sausage (pork, chicken, or turkey)
- 4 large potatoes, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 3 stalks celery, sliced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk or plant-based alternative
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp thyme (fresh or dried)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and dice the potatoes, chop the vegetables.
- Cook the sausage in a large pot over medium heat until browned; remove excess fat if needed.
- Add olive oil and sauté onion, garlic, carrots, and celery until tender and fragrant.
- Stir in diced potatoes, thyme, salt, and pepper. Pour in chicken broth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in milk or plant-based alternative, then crumble and add cooked sausage. Heat through for a few minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot, pairing with crusty bread or side salad if desired.
Notes
- Use lean sausage to keep the dish light and healthy.
- Add greens like spinach or kale near the end of cooking for extra nutrients.
- Blend a portion of the cooked potatoes and vegetables for a thicker soup.
- Experiment with spices like smoked paprika or cumin for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soups and Stews
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 55mg