Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana Soup
A quick and comforting Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana Soup featuring spicy Italian sausage, tender russet potatoes, fresh kale, and a creamy broth. Perfect for chilly evenings, this one-pot meal offers rich flavors, hearty ingredients, and easy customization for dietary preferences.
- Author: Lina
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Sausage and Base
- 1 lb Italian sausage, crumbled
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Vegetables and Broth
- 4 cups russet potatoes, peeled and sliced evenly
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 cups fresh kale, chopped
Finishing Ingredients
- Brown the Sausage: Turn your Instant Pot to sauté mode and add olive oil. Crumble in the Italian sausage and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes, creating a savory flavorful base.
- Sauté Onions and Garlic: Remove the sausage and set aside. In the same pot with the remaining fat, add diced onions and minced garlic. Sauté until translucent and fragrant, about 3 minutes, enhancing the flavor depth.
- Add Potatoes, Broth, and Seasonings: Add peeled and sliced russet potatoes, pour in chicken broth, and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine before sealing the Instant Pot lid.
- Pressure Cook: Set the Instant Pot to pressure cook on high for 7 minutes. After cooking, carefully perform a quick release of pressure to avoid overcooking the potatoes.
- Finish with Kale and Cream: Open the lid and stir in the chopped kale, allowing it to wilt in the hot broth. Then add the heavy cream, stirring gently to achieve a velvety and comforting texture.
Notes
- Use crumbled sausage to ensure even cooking and good distribution throughout the soup.
- Perform a quick pressure release to prevent potatoes from becoming mushy.
- Slice potatoes uniformly for consistent cooking results.
- Add kale last to keep it vibrant and slightly crisp.
- Add heavy cream gradually to adjust richness without overpowering the broth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
Keywords: Instant Pot, Zuppa Toscana, Soup, Italian Sausage, Kale Soup, Comfort Food, One-Pot Meal, Gluten Free