Zuppa del Giorno (Soup of the Day) recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Aug 04 2026
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Zuppa Del Giorno (soup Of The Day) Recipe

Inspired by The Pasta Factory
Time40m
Serves6

Zuppa del Giorno is a hearty vegetable soup typically made with a variety of fresh vegetables and broth. This version contains carrots, celery, onion, garlic, potatoes, spinach, and may be enhanced with optional chickpeas and parmesan cheese, making it a nutritious dish often found in Italian cooking. Here's how to make it at home.

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Broth

Herbs and Spices

Optional Add-ins

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Chop the Vegetables

    Dice the carrots, celery, and onion into small pieces. Mince the garlic and chop the potatoes into cubes. Wash and roughly chop the spinach.

Cooking

  1. 2

    Sauté the Base

    In a large pot, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced carrots, celery, and onion. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the onions are translucent.

  2. 3

    Add Garlic

    Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

  3. 4

    Combine Potatoes and Broth

    Stir in the chopped potatoes, vegetable broth, and water. Bring the mixture to a boil.

  4. 5

    Season the Soup

    Add the dried thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Reduce heat to a simmer and let cook for 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

  5. 6

    Add Spinach and Optional Add-ins

    Stir in the chopped spinach and optional chickpeas if using. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the spinach is wilted.

  6. 7

    Serve

    Ladle the soup into bowls and top with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

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