Creamy Tuscan vegetable soup with kale, sweet potato, and gnocchi

Creamy Tuscan Veggie Gnocchi Soup

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Created on September 27th, 2025 at 04:47 pm

Hearty, creamy, and cozy with every spoonful

This Creamy Tuscan Veggie Gnocchi Soup is everything you crave in a fall or winter comfort dish — creamy, colorful, and packed with flavor. Inspired by the beloved Marry Me flavors, it blends sweet potato, chickpeas, sun-dried tomatoes, and gnocchi in a rich, silky broth made with cashew cream or coconut milk. The paprika-spiced base and vibrant kale bring in warming depth and texture. Whether you’re meal prepping or serving a weeknight dinner, this is a one-pot wonder you’ll come back to again and again. Cozy, satisfying, and 100% plant-based, it’s perfect for cool nights or festive family gatherings.

Vegan Tuscan soup served in white bowl with chickpeas and kale

🌟 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • No fancy steps or obscure ingredients — just pantry staples and simple techniques
  • Ultra-satisfying with pillowy gnocchi and sweet potato chunks
  • Cashew cream or coconut milk adds a velvety richness
  • Completely vegan yet indulgently creamy
  • Packed with seasonal veggies and protein-rich chickpeas
  • One pot = less cleanup, more comfort
  • Ideal for batch cooking and weekday meals
  • Customizable: swap gnocchi for pasta shells, cashew cream for coconut milk

ā±ļø Time Breakdown

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Servings: 4–5 bowls

šŸ“ Ingredients List

  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 1 leek, chopped
  • 1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced
  • 5 sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp dried parsley
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 5 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 16 oz potato gnocchi or 1½ cups large pasta shells
  • 1½ cups cashew cream or coconut milk
  • ½ lemon, juiced (optional)
  • 1 handful chopped kale

✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.

  • Large soup pot
  • Can opener
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • High-speed blender (if making cashew cream)

šŸ‘©ā€šŸ³ Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. In a large pot over medium heat, add onion, leek, sweet potato, garlic, and sun-dried tomatoes.
    šŸ‘‰ SautĆ© for 6 minutes or until sweet potato softens slightly.
  2. Stir in tomato paste, paprika, dried parsley, thyme, and salt.
    šŸ”„ Toast spices for 1–2 minutes to deepen the flavor.
  3. Pour in the vegetable broth and chickpeas.
    šŸ’§ Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for 10 minutes.
  4. Add gnocchi or pasta shells.
    šŸ Cook until al dente, about 4–6 minutes depending on pasta choice.
  5. Stir in cashew cream (or coconut milk), lemon juice, and chopped kale.
    🄬 Simmer for 2–3 more minutes until creamy and kale is wilted. Serve hot! šŸ²āœØ

šŸ’” Pro Tips

  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Soup thickens over time — add water to loosen before reheating.
  • Substitutions: Swap gnocchi with pasta shells, kale with spinach, or cashew cream with oat milk for a nut-free version.
  • Serving Ideas: Top with vegan parmesan or chili flakes. Serve with crusty bread or a side salad.

šŸ“Š Nutrition Table

Serving SizeCaloriesProteinCarbsFatFiberSugar
1 bowl360.86.9g62.4g10.5g4.8g10g

Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimated using online tools and may vary based on your ingredients and preparation. Please consult a nutritionist for precise dietary advice.

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