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zuppa di ceci soup

Zuppa di Ceci

Zuppa di Ceci is a hearty Italian chickpea soup featuring aromatic herbs, tender vegetables, and a subtly creamy texture. It’s perfect as a comforting main dish or a flavorful starter.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Course: Main Dish, Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 1 carrot peeled and diced
  • 2 celery stalks diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary minced
  • 1 sprig fresh sage finely chopped
  • 2 cans 28 oz each whole tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 cans 15 oz each chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil, then cook onion, carrot, and celery until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in garlic, rosemary, and sage; cook 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Incorporate Tomatoes and Chickpeas – Add chopped tomatoes and chickpeas; stir to combine.
  4. Add broth, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 30 minutes.
  5. Partially blend with an immersion blender, leaving some chickpeas whole.
  6. Stir in lemon juice and adjust seasoning as needed.

Notes

Drizzle extra virgin olive oil before serving for richness. Add small pasta or leafy greens for a heartier meal. Pairs well with crusty bread or toasted baguette slices. Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days or freeze for future meals.