Keto Spicy Sausage Soup
A bold, flavorful soup made with spicy vegan sausage, low-carb veggies, and creamy broth — all the comfort, none of the meat.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion diced
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 cup diced zucchini
- 1½ cups spicy vegan sausage crumbles like Beyond or homemade
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp red chili flakes or more, no judgment
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup canned coconut milk
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- Optional: splash of lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant and lightly golden — around 3–4 minutes.
- Stir in celery and zucchini. Let it sizzle for another 4 minutes.
- Add vegan sausage crumbles. Cook for 5 minutes until slightly crisp.
- Sprinkle in paprika, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir with confidence.
- Pour in broth. Bring to a simmer and let the flavors mingle for 10 minutes.
- Add coconut milk and stir. Simmer for 2–3 minutes more.
- Turn off heat. Stir in parsley and optional lemon juice for a little zing.
- Serve hot, with smug pride and possibly no sharing.
Notes
🔍 Nutritional Info (Per Serving)
- Calories: 210
- Total Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
💊 Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin C: 20%
- Iron: 18%
- Potassium: 15%
- Vitamin A: 22%
- Magnesium: 12%
💁 Tips to Boost Flavor
- Add a splash of hot sauce if you're feeling dangerous.
- Stir in chopped kale during the last 5 minutes for texture and nutrition.
- Sub in cauliflower rice if you want more bulk.
- Use lemon zest for brightness without sugar.
- A dash of tamari or soy sauce adds a smoky umami note.