Ribollita Recipe - Authentic Italian Vegetarian Dish

Authentic Italian Vegetarian recipe — Ribollita. Imported from TheMealDB.

Medium
Updated March 14, 2026

4

servings

Medium

Difficulty

Ribollita Recipe - Authentic Italian Vegetarian Dish

Ingredients

Servings:
4
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 1 cup canned tomatoes, crushed
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups kale, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 slices stale bread, torn

Instructions

5 steps

  1. Sauté Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

    Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  2. Add Tomatoes and Broth

    Stir in crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.

    Use low-sodium broth for a healthier option.
  3. Incorporate Beans and Kale

    Add cannellini beans, chopped kale, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.

    Kale will wilt down significantly.
  4. Add Bread

    Stir in the torn stale bread and allow it to soak in the soup for about 10 minutes.

    Use rustic bread for the best texture.
  5. Serve

    Ladle into bowls and enjoy hot, optionally drizzled with olive oil.

    Top with grated Parmesan for extra flavor.

💡 Tips & Tricks

Tags: Vegetarian

Storage & Reheating

❄️

Refrigerator

Up to 3 days in an airtight container

🧊

Freezer

Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge

🔥

Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.

What to Serve With

Complete your italian meal with these perfect pairings:

🍽️Garlic bread
🍽️Caesar salad
🍽️Roasted vegetables

About This Dish

Ribollita Recipe - Authentic Italian Vegetarian Dish is a beloved dish from Italian cuisine.

Italian cuisine is renowned worldwide for its emphasis on simple, quality ingredients and time-honored techniques. Each region of Italy has its own distinct culinary traditions, passed down through generations.

This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 13 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, Ribollita tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld.

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Nutrition Facts

4 serving(s) per recipe

Serving size1 serving
Calories320kcal
Total Fat10gg
Sodium600mgmg
Total Carbohydrates45gg
Dietary Fiber10gg
Total Sugars3gg
Protein12gg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.

Recipe Details

CuisineItalian
CategoryVegetarian