Description
A hearty and comforting soup featuring kielbasa sausage, sauerkraut, and vegetables. This Eastern European-inspired dish is flavorful and satisfying, perfect for a cozy night in.
Ingredients
Scale
Soup Base:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 14 ounces kielbasa sausage, sliced into rounds
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Veggies and Seasonings:
- 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 teaspoon caraway seeds (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Liquid and Garnish:
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 1/2 cups drained sauerkraut
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes with juices
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Kielbasa: In a large pot, heat olive oil and brown the kielbasa slices for 5–6 minutes. Set aside.
- Sauté Veggies: In the same pot, cook onion, garlic, carrots, and celery until softened, about 4–5 minutes. Add caraway seeds if desired.
- Add Ingredients: Pour in chicken broth, sauerkraut, tomatoes, potatoes, and black pepper. Return kielbasa to the pot.
- Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25–30 minutes until veggies are tender.
- Season and Serve: Adjust salt to taste. Garnish with parsley before serving hot.
Notes
- For added richness, sauté kielbasa in butter instead of oil.
- Enhance the tang with a splash of apple cider vinegar at the end.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Eastern European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
