Acquacotta (Vegetable Soup) Recipe

Name: Acquacotta (Vegetable Soup)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. Swiss chard or kale; 4 Tbs. extra virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling; 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped; 2 carrots, peeled and finely chopped; 2 stalks celery, finely chopped; 1/2 tsp. salt, or to taste; 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper, or more to taste; 2 Tbs. tomato paste; 1 cup tomato puree; 2-inch Parmesan rind; 6 1-inch-thick slices Italian bread; Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish

Servings: persons

1 lb. Swiss chard or kale
4 Tbs. extra virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
2 carrots, peeled and finely chopped
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
1/2 tsp. salt, or to taste
1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper, or more to taste
2 Tbs. tomato paste
1 cup tomato puree
2-inch Parmesan rind
6 1-inch-thick slices Italian bread
Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish

1
Rinse chard in several changes of water until completely free of grit.
2
Drain, stack leaves on cutting board and finely chop.
3
Heat olive oil in large pot over medium heat.
4
Add onion, carrots and celery, and cook, stirring often, about 10 minutes, or until softened.
5
Stir in salt, crushed red pepper and tomato paste; cook 2 minutes.
6
Reduce heat to medium-low, add 8 cups water, tomato puree, Parmesan rind and chopped greens.
7
Cook, partially covered, 45 minutes, or until very thick, stirring occasionally; add more water if needed.
8
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
9
Remove rind.
10
To serve, place slice of bread in bottom of each bowl.
11
Fill with soup, sprinkle with cheese, drizzle with oil and serve.

1214

kcal

Calories

116

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb. Swiss chard or kale, 4 Tbs. extra virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling, 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped, 2 carrots, peeled and finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Acquacotta (Vegetable Soup) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Acquacotta (Vegetable Soup)

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