Low Fat Ribollita

Savor the comforting taste of Tuscany with this Low Fat Ribollita, a hearty and healthy spin on a classic Italian soup. Packed with vibrant vegetables like kale, carrots, and celery, this dish is a nutritional powerhouse, while cannellini beans and stale whole wheat bread add an irresistible creamy texture without the need for heavy fats. Simmered with aromatic thyme, bay leaf, and a hint of optional red pepper flakes for a gentle kick, this soup is both flavorful and satisfying. Made with low-sodium vegetable broth, it's a guilt-free, vegan-friendly meal perfect for cozy weeknights. Ready in just over an hour and serving six, this easy ribollita is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 4 cups kale, chopped
• 15 ounces cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
• 2 cups stale whole wheat bread, cubed
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juice) and chopped kale to the pot. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth, then add the cannellini beans, whole wheat bread cubes, fresh thyme, bay leaf, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer uncovered for about 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Check the consistency of the soup. If it's too thick, add a bit more vegetable broth. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 9

Serve hot. Optionally drizzle with a touch of olive oil or sprinkle with additional fresh herbs before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3366.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1979.6

Total Fat 55.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.1g
Cholesterol 7.9mg	0%
Sodium 4439.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 297.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 62.5g	0%
Total Sugars 45.7g
Protein 75.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1244.0mg	0%
Iron 24.8mg	0%
Potassium 6447.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.1%

Protein: 15.1%

Carbs: 59.8%