Swiss Chard Soup with Sausage and Beans Recipe
This hearty Swiss Chard Soup with Sausage and Beans is a comforting and nutritious meal perfect for any season. Featuring spicy chorizo, tender Swiss chard, and creamy white beans, this flavorful soup is simmered to perfection in a savory vegetable stock, offering a balanced blend of protein, fiber, and vitamins.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Low Salt
Ingredients
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Soup Base
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 link chorizo sausage or other spicy sausage, sliced
Vegetables and Beans
- 1 14-ounce can fire roasted tomatoes (with juices)
- 8 cups vegetable stock
- 1 large bunch Swiss chard, chopped
- 2 14-ounce cans white beans, drained
Instructions
- Prepare Swiss Chard: Wash each Swiss chard leaf thoroughly, rinsing both front and back to remove any dirt or sand. Chop the Swiss chard and set it aside.
- Sauté Onions and Sausage: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sausage, cooking for 7 to 8 minutes until the onions become translucent and the sausage is browned.
- Add Tomatoes: Pour in the fire roasted tomatoes along with their juices. Continue to sauté the mixture over medium heat for 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Combine and Simmer: Add the vegetable stock, chopped Swiss chard, and drained white beans to the pot. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook until the Swiss chard is tender, about 10-15 minutes.
- Serve and Store: Serve the soup hot. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, consider using hot chorizo sausage or adding a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- This soup freezes well; freeze in portions and thaw before reheating.
- Substitute vegetable stock with chicken stock for a richer flavor if not vegetarian.
- To reduce sodium, use low-sodium vegetable stock and rinse the canned beans before adding.
- For a creamier texture, blend a portion of the soup before combining it back.
Keywords: Swiss chard soup, chorizo sausage soup, white bean soup, healthy vegetable soup, Mediterranean soup
