Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana {Whole30, Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free}

You will fall hard for this healthy Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana recipe. Creamy and packed with flavor, this is a Whole30 soup that you’ll want to make again and again. You can make this dairy-free soup in the Instant Pot, crockpot, or on the stovetop. 

Ohhhhhh, you’re in for a real treat with this Dairy-Free Zuppa Toscana my friends! Made in the Instant Pot (or slow cooker OR on the stovetop. I mean, seriously, ya got options) you’ll never even believe it is dairy-free, gluten-free, and Whole30 compliant!

And because I love you and your gorgeous faces, I’ve even added notes on how to make this low carb AF if that is your jam. Just keep on scrolling for that info.

For more inspiration, check out these other Instant Pot soup recipes. You’ll LOVE the Instant Pot Matzo Ball Soup and Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings.

What Ingredients Are in Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana

This awesome Whole30 soup is rocking:

• Potatoes (yay!)
• Sausage (related: Whole30 Breakfast Sausage)
• Bacon (related: Whole30 Bacon Brands)
• Onion & garlic
• Chicken broth* (related: How to Make Chicken Bone Broth)
• Coconut milk, Nut Pods, or dairy-free milk of your choice
• Kale (you could use spinach if you’d like)
• Red pepper flakes (optional)

*If you don’t want to make your own homemade bone broth, check out this post on where to buy bone broth. In a very dorky move on my part, I’ve created a free download where you can compare protein and sodium content as well as the price per ounce for various brands. #nerdalert

Want more main dish ideas? Check out these 21 Easy Whole30 dinners.

Need help getting started with the Whole30? You’ll love my free printable Trader Joe’s Whole30 shopping list and my Whole30 Costco shopping list.

Can I Make This Soup Low Carb?

You bet! Sub in cauliflower florets or radishes. Yep, you read that right – radishes!

What Kind of Kale Should I Use?

Between you and me, the common curly kale you see everywhere makes me feel like a cow chewing its cud. No thanks. My preference is lacinto kale which is also called dinosaur kale. It’s a flatter leaf and the ribs are easier to remove.

Can I Use Spinach Instead of Kale?

Yes! It will wilt considerably when introduced to the hot soup, but if that is what you want to use, go for it!

Where Do You Get Whole30 Compliant Bacon?

We get ours in our a monthly Butcher Box subscription. Butcher Box sources only organic and free-range meat for their customers and ships them to your home once a month.

But guess what? This post on Whole30 Bacon Brands will also help you track down compliant bacon.

Can I Freeze This Soup?

You bet! But, you’ll need to freeze it before you add the coconut milk. Freezing temperatures can curdle coconut milk and give you a funky AF texture.

My preference is always to freeze soup in wide-mouth pint canning jars for single servings or wide-mouth quart jars for bigger servings. Just make sure to leave 1 inch of headspace (the space between the top of the food and the top of the jar).

Here’s How to Make Healthy Zuppa Toscana

*A detailed (with measurements) and printable recipe is available at the bottom of this post.

Set the Instant Pot to saute. Add the bacon and cook for a few minutes. Add the sausage and break it up, stirring often. Drain excess fat.

Add a splash of chicken broth and use a scraper to deglaze the bottom of the Instant Pot. Don’t skip this step as anything stuck to the bottom can prevent the Instant Pot from coming up to pressure.

Add the onion, garlic, broth, and potatoes. If using red pepper flakes, add here. Lock the lid into place and set the steam release handle (valve on top) to “Sealing”. Press Manual>High Pressure>5 minutes. <—–If you have any questions about those terms, check out this post on recipes for Instant Pot beginners.

When the IP beeps, turn to “off”. Allow it to sit for 10 minutes and then do a quick release with the nozzle set to venting.

Add coconut milk and kale and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately. 

Pro Tips/Recipe Notes

• This Whole30 soup is meant to have a thin broth with a hint of creaminess. It’s delicious and so good but it is not a thick cream-based soup like a chowder. If you want to make the texture thicker, mash some of the potatoes and stir them into the broth or use full-fat coconut cream.
• I made this in an 8-quart Instant Pot. It will work in a 6 quart without issue. You would need to make adjustments to the measurements (slide the servings lever on the recipe card) to make it in a 3 quart.
• If you’re not dairy-free, you’re welcome to use your favorite milk. Skim milk will lead to a thinner broth, and heavy cream will result in a thicker broth.

More Dairy-Free Soup Recipes

Check out all my Instant Pot Soup Recipes.

• Dairy-Free Chicken and Gnocchi Soup 
• Paleo Chicken Pot Pie Soup
• Whole30 Tomato Soup 
• 15 Whole30 Soups
• Whole30 Potato Soup 
• Instant Pot Lentil Soup 
• Whole30 + Paleo French Onion Soup

WEIGHT WATCHERS POINTS

One serving has 8 WW Freestyle SmartPoints.

Print Recipe

5 from 10 votes

Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana {Whole30, Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free}

Prep Time10 mins

Cook Time15 mins

Total Time25 mins

You'll fall hard for this healthy Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana. Creamy and packed with flavor, you'll make this is dairy-free Whole30 soup again and again.

Servings: 6

Course: Soup

Cuisine: American

Keyword: instant pot soup, potato soup, zuppa toscana

Calories: 412kcal

Author: Sarah Cook - Sustainable Cooks

Ingredients

• 4 strips bacon chopped
• 1 lb ground sausage casings removed
• 1 small onion diced
• 6 cloves garlic
• 5 cups chicken stock
• 3 russet potatoes peeled (optional) cut into 1 inch cubes
• 2 golden potatoes peeled (optional) cut into 1 inch cubes
• 3/4 cup coconut milk or Nut Pods
• 2 cups kale, sliced thinly
• 1/8 tsp red pepper flakes optional
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

Instant Pot

• Set the Instant Pot to saute. Add the bacon and cook for 3-4 minutes. 
• Add the sausage and break it up, stirring often. Drain excess fat. 
• Add a splash of chicken broth and use a scraper to deglaze the bottom of the Instant Pot. Don't skip this step as anything stuck to the bottom can prevent the Instant Pot from coming up to pressure.
• Add the onion, garlic, broth, and potatoes. If using red pepper flakes, add here. Lock the lid into place and set the steam release handle (valve on top) to “Sealing”. Press Manual>High Pressure>5 minutes.
• When the IP beeps, turn to "off". Allow it to sit for 10 minutes and then do a quick release with the nozzle set to venting.
• Add coconut milk and kale and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately. 

Zuppa Toscana on the Stovetop

• In a heavy-bottomed saucepan set to medium, cook the bacon and break it up, stirring often. Add the sausage and cook until no longer pink. Drain any excess fat.
• Add the onion, garlic, broth, and potatoes and cook for 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are softened. If using red pepper flakes, add here.
• Add coconut milk and kale and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.

Zuppa Toscana in the Slow Cooker

• In a heavy-bottomed saucepan set to medium, cook the bacon and break it up, stirring often. Add the sausage and cook until no longer pink. Drain any excess fat. Transfer to a slow cooker.
• Add the onion, garlic, broth, and potatoes and cook on low for 6 hours, or until the potatoes are softened. If using red pepper flakes, add here.
• Add coconut milk and kale and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.

Notes

Replace the milk/cream with cashew or coconut milk to make this Whole30 compliant.

Nutrition Facts

Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana {Whole30, Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free}

Amount Per Serving (1 cup)

Calories 412 Calories from Fat 198

% Daily Value*

Fat 22g34%

Saturated Fat 14g88%

Cholesterol 64mg21%

Sodium 312mg14%

Potassium 1186mg34%

Carbohydrates 31g10%

Fiber 3g13%

Sugar 1g1%

Protein 19g38%

Vitamin A 770IU15%

Vitamin C 37.8mg46%

Calcium 75mg8%

Iron 5.2mg29%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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