Easy Low Carb Zuppa Toscana Soup
This Easy Low Carb Zuppa Toscana Soup is a creamy, hearty soup made with cauliflower, bacon, Italian sausage, and kale. Perfect for keto diets or anyone looking for a low-carb comfort food option.
Equipment
- large soup pot or Dutch oven
- slotted spoon
- spatula
- knife
- cutting board
Ingredients
- 4-6 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 lb ground Italian sausage
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3-4 cups kale or spinach, chopped
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook chopped bacon in a large pot until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving 1-2 tablespoons of bacon fat.
- Add Italian sausage to the pot, break apart, and cook until browned. Remove and set aside with bacon.
- Sauté diced onion until translucent, then add garlic and cook until fragrant, 30–60 seconds.
- Add chicken broth and cauliflower florets. Simmer 15–20 minutes until cauliflower is tender.
- Lower heat, stir in heavy cream, and return bacon and sausage to the pot. Simmer 5–7 minutes.
- Add chopped kale or spinach and cook until wilted, 3–5 minutes. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
- Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with Parmesan. Serve immediately.
Notes
Cook bacon first for flavor, don’t overcook greens, and simmer cauliflower just until tender. Swap bacon and sausage for turkey or mushrooms for a pork-free version, and use coconut or almond milk for dairy-free. Store in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 18gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 780mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 4000IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 3mg
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