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Creamy and hearty Zuppa Toscana soup in a bowl.
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Zuppa Toscano

A low-point Olive Garden copycat recipe.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Zuppa Toscano
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 2 smoked turkey sausages crumbled (110 g)
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil 5 ml
  • 1/2 cup smoked turkey ham diced (75 g)
  • 2 small potatoes diced (200 g)
  • 1 can white beans drained and rinsed (400 g)
  • 1 medium onion diced (150 g)
  • 3 cloves garlic minced (9 g)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth 1.4 L
  • 1/2 cup non-fat Greek yogurt 120 g
  • 2 cups fresh spinach leaves 60 g

Instructions

  • Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon of olive oil and swirl to coat the bottom of the pot.
  • Add the crumbled smoked turkey sausage to the pot. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sausage is browned and slightly crispy.
  • Add the diced smoked turkey ham to the pot and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing it to brown slightly.
  • Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant. Don't worry if some bits stick to the bottom of the pot - this will add flavor to the broth.
  • Add the diced potatoes and drained white beans to the pot. Stir to combine all ingredients.
  • Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and add the bay leaf. Stir well, scraping the bottom of the pot to release any browned bits.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
  • Remove the pot from heat and discard the bay leaf.
  • Stir in the non-fat Greek yogurt until it's fully incorporated into the soup. This will give the soup a creamy texture without adding excessive calories.
  • Add the fresh spinach leaves and stir gently. The residual heat will wilt the spinach without overcooking it, maintaining its bright green color.
  • Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Remember, the smoked sausage and ham already contribute saltiness to the dish.
  • Let the soup stand for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld and the soup to cool slightly. Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot.

Notes

Just 3 WW points per serving. 

Nutrition

Serving: 430g | Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 3.2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 605mg | Potassium: 670mg | Fiber: 4.9g | Sugar: 1.6g | Calcium: 104mg | Iron: 5.6mg