How to make Zuppa Toscana in an Instant Pot?

• Turn the sauté function on the Instant Pot. Cook the chopped bacon until crisp, about 3-5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove the bacon from the pressure cooker. Drain off all of the grease except 1 tablespoon. 
• Add the ground Italian sausage. Brown and break up the sausage as it cooks. Once it is brown add the minced garlic, chopped onion and sauté until soft. Drain off any grease.
• Add the spices, cubed turnip and broth. Secure the lid and pressure cook for 5 minutes. Allow it to naturally release pressure for 10 minutes. 
• Remove the lid, add the chopped kale and heavy cream. Stir the soup well, the kale will wilt and cook through as you stir. 
• Stir in the cooked, crumbled bacon and parmesan if desired, just before serving. 

How do you make Keto Zuppa Toscana?

This recipe is very easy to make keto. Instead of Russet potatoes, we use peeled, cubed turnips. Hear me out, turnips have a very similar consistency to potatoes when cooked in a soup like this. This is the same method I used for my Keto Beef Stew. 

When I served this my family members did not even realize these were turnips, so give it a shot! It really is a great low carb alternative for potatoes. 

What other low-carb substitutes can you use instead of potatoes?

While I love turnips, there are other keto variations! If you don’t have turnips but do have radishes available, I have read that those make great replacements, though I haven’t used them in this recipe. Cauliflower florets are another good option. I love Keto Roasted Radishes instead of roasted potatoes, and these Keto Fries are made with rutabaga. It makes sense that these would work as replacements in soup, too!

Tips for the Best Low Carb Sausage and Kale Soup

• Make sure your ingredients are in bite size chunks for the best results. For example, large cubes of turnip or long ribbons of kale will be hard to enjoy with a spoon. 
• Brown and break up the sausage well so there are no big chunks. 
• Do not add the kale or heavy cream until after the pressure cooking cycle. 
• For a little more heat, try adding some red pepper flakes. 

What should I serve with Zuppa Toscana?

I love to have a whole Italian night when I serve this Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana! This Keto Antipasto Salad brings in beautiful Italian flavors without even needing to cook. If you make a half portion as an appetizer, you’re only adding 2.8 net carbs. These Italian Baked Mushrooms are always a hit, whether served as an appetizer, protein, or side dish! These Three-Cheese Keto Biscuits work wonderfully to dip in the soup instead of breadsticks, too, for only 2 net carbs each.

Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana Soup FAQ

Other Keto Soup Recipes

• The Best Keto Chili
• Sicilian Chicken Soup
• Bacon Cheeseburger Soup

Instant Pot Keto Recipes

• Instant Pot Sausage and Cabbage
• Buffalo Chicken Soup
• Keto Beef Stew

Yield: 6

Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana (keto + low carb)

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This Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana is loaded with bacon, sausage, garlic and kale! This keto-friendly, low carb soup requires just 5 minutes of pressure cooking and has about 6 net carbs per serving!

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes

Additional Time 10 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 4 slices bacon, cut into small pieces
• 2 pounds ground Italian sausage
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup white onion, chopped
• 2 cups turnip, peeled and cubed
• 32 ounces chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 5 cups of kale, chopped very finely, tough stems removed
• 1 cup heavy cream

Instructions

1. Turn the sauté function on the Instant Pot. Cook the chopped bacon until crisp, about 3-5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon remove the bacon from the pressure cooker. Drain off all of the grease except 1 tablespoon. 
2. Add the ground Italian sausage. Brown and break up the sausage as it cooks. Once it is brown add the minced garlic, chopped onion and sauté until soft. Drain off any grease.
3. Add the spices, cubed turnip and broth.
4. Secure the lid and pressure cook for 5 minutes. Once the cooking cycle has ended allow it to naturally release pressure for 10 minutes. 
5. Remove the lid, add the chopped kale and heavy cream. Stir the soup well, the kale will wilt and cook through as you stir. 
6. Stir in the cooked bacon and parmesan if desired, just before serving. 

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

6

Serving Size:

1 1/2 cups
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 528Total Fat: 43gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 689mgCarbohydrates: 7.9gNet Carbohydrates: 6.4gFiber: 1.5gSugar: 4.6gProtein: 26.5g

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Italian Sausage and Kale Skillet

This Italian Sausage and Kale Skillet is an incredibly delicious one pan meal! I love this keto dinner recipe because you can really feel good about feeding this to your family. There is a large serving of protein from the sausage and there are several servings of vegetables! This easy keto dinner recipe combines flavorful Italian sausage, aromatic garlic, heavy cream and fresh peppers, kale, onion and tomatoes!

This Italian Sausage skillet also comes together very quickly, while making a really impressive dish. Just brown the sausage and cook everything together in one pan and you are ready to go! This is the perfect weeknight dinner that everyone at your table will really enjoy! The flavors of the sausage and vegetables go so well together, and the creamy sauce really brings it all together!

Ingredients in Italian Sausage and Kale

As always, here is a quick overview of the ingredients used in our Sausage Skillet. For the complete recipe, just scroll to the bottom of the page.

• Italian sausage- I prefer this variety of sausage in this skillet since it has so much flavor!
• Minced garlic, tomato paste, heavy cream, salt and pepper
• Bell peppers, onion, tomato, kale

How do I make this Sausage Skillet?

You won’t believe how easy this dinner is to make! Just 3 easy steps and you are ready to serve!

1. Brown your sausage and drain the grease. Put your sausage to one side of the skillet (you can also remove it if your skillet is small).
2. Add your veggies and saute for about 5 minutes, or until the onion is tender and the kale is wilted.
3. Stir the tomato paste and heavy cream into the skillet until a nice sauce forms. Add salt and pepper and serve!

How many carbs are in this healthy dinner recipe?

There are only 6 net carbs in a very generous serving of this easy keto recipe! This meal is full of protein as well as fiber, so it will really fill you up and keep you going!

Tips for the best keto Italian Sausage recipe

• If you don’t enjoy pork, you could easily replace it with a ground turkey or chicken. I would recommend that you generously season the meat with Italian seasoning.
• You can buy bagged kale that already has the stems removed, making this dinner even faster!
• If you want your sauce to be a bit creamier, you can always add more heavy cream. Alternatively, if you prefer a lighter sauce, you can use half and half.

What should I serve with this Italian Sausage Recipe?

The first thing that comes to mind is bread! Of this list of 30+ Keto Bread Recipes, I’ve got to say that my favorite is probably the Red Lobster Copycat Keto Rolls or the Three Cheese Biscuits. Keto Mashed Cauliflower or Air Fryer Green Beans would also be delicious with this recipe! For dessert, try these No Bake Peanut Butter Bars or Bakery Style Keto Chocolate Chip Cookies!

More one pan recipes

• One Pan Tuscan Chicken (keto + low carb)
• Cheesy Fajita Chicken (keto + one pan)
• Keto Broccoli Cheddar Chicken
• One Pan Shrimp Creole (keto + low carb)

More easy healthy dinner recipes

• Asian Pork Tenderloin with Air Fryer Vegetables (keto + low carb)
• Chicken Fajitas (keto + low carb)
• Air Fryer Chicken
• Steak and Shrimp Skillet

Yield: 6

Italian Sausage and Kale Skillet (keto + low carb)

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This simple Italian Sausage and Kale skillet is a hearty one pan meal loaded with meat and vegetables! Enjoy a generous helping for just 6 net carbs!

Cook Time 15 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 pound Italian Sausage
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1 cup tomatoes, chopped
• 1 cup chopped bell peppers (any color)
• 3-4 cups chopped kale, stems removed
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1/4 cup heavy cream (+ more if you want it creamier)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a large, deep skillet brown the Italian sausage and drain off any grease. Push the sausage to one side of the skillet, or remove completely if your skillet is a little too small.
2. Add the garlic, onion, tomatoes, peppers and kale. Toss the vegetables and saute 4-5 minutes until the onions and tender and the kale has wilted.
3. Stir in the tomato paste and heavy cream until a sauce forms. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

6

Serving Size:

About 1 1/2 cups
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 312Total Fat: 25gCholesterol: 62mgSodium: 564mgCarbohydrates: 8gNet Carbohydrates: 6gFiber: 2gProtein: 12g

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I’m happy to introduce you to your new favorite soup recipe! This Keto Italian Sausage Soup has everything you want in a dinner. It requires one pan, minimal prep and is so delicious even your pickiest eaters will love it! The flavors of this soup will remind you of your favorite pasta dish. It has flavorful Italian sausage, tomatoes, tender kale, and salty Parmesan cheese. 

Ingredients for Keto Italian Sausage Soup

As always, this is a quick overview of the ingredients you will need for this soup. To get the complete recipe and instructions just keep scrolling.

• Ground Italian sausage: you can use a mild, sweet or spicy variety. If you have Italian sausage links, simply remove the casing and brown.
• Vegetables: onions, bell pepper, garlic, kale
• Canned goods: fire roasted tomatoes, tomato paste, and broth.
• Heavy cream
• Cheese: Cream cheese and shredded Parmesan

How to make Keto Sausage Soup

This is such an easy, comforting dish to make. While some soups require loads of prep work or need to simmer long periods of time, this soup requires minimal prep and comes together in a pinch!

• First, in a large dutch oven or stock pot brown the Italian sausage over medium heat, breaking up and crumbling as you go. Drain the grease and add the chopped onion, bell pepper, garlic and sauté about 5 minutes, stirring regularly.
• Next, add the drained fire roasted tomatoes, the tomato paste, and broth. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
• Reduce the heat and stir in the cream cheese and heavy cream. When the cream cheese has dissolved, stir in the chopped kale.
• Lastly, serve with freshly grated parmesan or Romano cheese for the perfect hearty low carb soup!

Tips for the best Keto Soup

• Allow the flavors to meld. This is a great soup to make ahead of time because it only gets better as the flavors come together. This soup will stay fresh for 3-4 days and reheats easily!
• Prep your ingredients. Allow your cream cheese to come to room temperature before adding to the soup. This just helps it dissolve and blend into the soup easier.
• Chop the kale. Remember when prepping the kale you want to chop it pretty small so you have nice small bites mixed in throughout the soup. Long, stringy pieces of kale will not make for the best texture. 

What to serve with keto soup?

Thankfully, being keto does not mean giving up bread! Besides, bread and soup go together like peanut butter and jelly! These breads would all be delicious served with this Italian Sausage Soup. 

• Keto Dinner Rolls
• Low Carb Red Lobster Biscuit Copycat
• Keto Three Cheese Biscuits
• Keto Bacon Cheddar Chive Biscuits

Other Keto Soup Recipes

• Bacon Cheeseburger Soup
• Sicilian Chicken Soup
• The Best Keto Chili
• Cheesy Keto Taco Soup

Yield: 6

Keto Italian Sausage Soup

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This creamy, comforting Keto Italian Sausage Soup is loaded with meat, vegetables and cheese! Each generous serving has about 8 net carbs, making it the perfect low carb dinner. 

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Total Time 35 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground Italian sausage
• 3 garlic cloves, finely minced
• 1/2 cup green bell pepper, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
• 1 (15 ounce) can fire roasted tomatoes, drained
• 1 (7 ounce) can tomato paste
• 1 (32 ounce) carton beef broth
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened and cut into small cubes
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 3 cups kale, stems removed and finely chopped
• 1 cup shredded parmesan

Instructions

1. Heat a large stock pot or dutch oven over medium heat. Brown the Italian sausage, breaking it up as you go. Grain off any grease.
2. Add the garlic, peppers and onion. Sauté 4-5 minutes until softened.
3. Add the drained fire roasted tomatoes, tomato paste, and broth.
4. Stir in the cream cheese and heavy cream. Reduce the heat to medium low and stir until the cream cheese is completely incorporated.
5. Stir in the kale and allow the soup to simmer over low heat for 10 minutes. Stir in the parmesan just before serving.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

6

Serving Size:

About 1 1/2 cups
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 392Total Fat: 31gCholesterol: 84mgSodium: 1100mgCarbohydrates: 11gNet Carbohydrates: 8.4gFiber: 2.6gSugar: 6.1gProtein: 16.8g

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