Low Carb Zuppa Toscana

bowl of zuppa toscana with a soup spoon

Zuppa Toscana - just like at Olive Garden but without all the carbs. My family had no idea they were eating turnips instead of potatoes in this low carb soup recipe!

Zuppa Toscana - just like at Olive Garden but without all the carbs. My family had no idea they were eating turnips instead of potatoes in this low carb soup recipe!

Yield 8
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 pound spicy Italian sausage
  • 4 slices bacon, diced
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 2 turnips, sliced, about 10 ounces total
  • 4 cups chopped kale
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Heat a large sauce pot or dutch oven over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage to the pot and begin to brown the meat, breaking it up as it cooks.
  2. When the meat is about halfway browned, add the bacon, onion, and garlic and continue cooking and stirring until the sausage is fully cooked through.
  3. Add the chicken broth and turnips and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
  4. Add the kale and continue cooking for 5 minutes or until kale and turnips are both tender.
  5. Remove from the heat and stir in the cream. Taste and add salt and pepper as needed.
  6. Serve immediately.

Notes

You may use spinach in place of kale if you prefer.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1 bowl
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 295Total Fat: 18gCholesterol: 91mgSodium: 599mgCarbohydrates: 10gNet Carbohydrates: 7gFiber: 3gSugar: 4gProtein: 20g