Keto Kielbasa Vegetable Soup (Printable Version)
Hearty low-carb soup featuring kielbasa sausage, cabbage, spinach, and carrots in a comforting broth.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 -
45 grams carrots, peeled and chopped
02 -
140 grams cabbage, chopped
03 -
90 grams spinach, rinsed
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60 grams celery, chopped
05 -
1/2 medium onion, chopped
→ Protein and Aromatics
06 -
400 grams kielbasa sausage, sliced
07 -
2 teaspoons minced garlic
→ Fats, Seasonings, and Liquid
08 -
2 tablespoons butter
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1 teaspoon dried basil
11 -
1.2 liters chicken broth
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat until foaming.
02 -
Add the chopped onion, carrots, celery, and cabbage. Sauté for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened.
03 -
Mix in the minced garlic, paprika, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Stir in the sliced kielbasa sausage and cook for 2 minutes to release flavors.
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Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cook uncovered for 10-15 minutes.
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Stir in the spinach leaves and simmer until just wilted, about 2 minutes.
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Ladle hot soup into bowls and garnish with red pepper flakes if desired.
# Additional Notes:
01 -
For enhanced flavor, lightly brown the sliced kielbasa before adding to the soup.
02 -
Slice vegetables evenly to ensure consistent cooking.