Description
Ribollita is a traditional Tuscan soup that captures the heart and soul of Italian comfort food. This hearty dish combines robust flavors of seasonal vegetables, creamy cannellini beans, and rustic stale bread, creating a nourishing and satisfying meal perfect for chilly evenings or cozy family dinners. With its rich history as a peasant dish, Ribollita not only delights with its taste but also promotes sustainability by using leftover bread. The vibrant greens like kale add nutrients and color, while the aromatic herbs elevate the flavor profile of this delightful soup. Whether you enjoy it on its own or paired with crusty bread, Ribollita is sure to impress anyone at your table.
Ingredients
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Onion
- Carrots
- Celery
- Garlic
- Crushed canned tomatoes
- Cannellini beans
- Kale or Swiss chard
- Stale rustic bread
- Low-sodium vegetable broth
- Fresh thyme or bay leaf
Instructions
- Wash and dice the onion, carrots, celery, and mince the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté the diced onion, carrots, celery, and garlic until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth; bring to a simmer.
- Stir in rinsed cannellini beans and chopped kale (or Swiss chard). Cook until greens are tender (around 10 minutes).
- Tear stale bread into pieces and mix into the pot; allow it to absorb liquid for another 5 minutes.
- Season with salt, pepper, and herbs before serving hot with a drizzle of olive oil.
Notes
To enhance flavor development, let the soup sit covered off heat for about 10 minutes before serving.
For a heartier version, add diced potatoes or other seasonal vegetables
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 14g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - Let the soup sit covered off heat for about 10 minutes before serving to enhance flavor development.- For additional heartiness, consider adding diced potatoes or other seasonal vegetables.