{"id":"zuppa_di_ceci_863fa12859","slug":"zuppa-di-ceci","title":"Zuppa di Ceci","description":"A classic Italian chickpea soup that is hearty, comforting, and naturally vegan. This rustic dish relies on high-quality olive oil, fresh rosemary, and garlic for a deeply aromatic finish.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":50,"totalMinutes":60,"activeMinutes":15},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"250g dried chickpeas, soaked overnight","name":"Chickpeas","quantity":250,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1.25,"usUnit":"cup","form":"dried, soaked","notes":"or 2 cans (400g each) of pre-cooked chickpeas","group":"Main","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil","name":"Olive Oil","quantity":45,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":3,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"extra virgin","notes":"plus extra for drizzling","group":"Aromatics","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"2 garlic cloves, peeled","name":"Garlic","quantity":2,"unit":"clove","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"clove","form":"whole, peeled","notes":"lightly smashed","group":"Aromatics","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"1 sprig fresh rosemary","name":"Rosemary","quantity":1,"unit":"sprig","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"sprig","form":"fresh","notes":"whole sprig","group":"Aromatics","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1 liter vegetable broth","name":"Vegetable Broth","quantity":1,"unit":"l","usQuantity":4,"usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"or water","group":"Liquid","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"Salt to taste","name":"Salt","quantity":1,"unit":"pinch","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"pinch","form":"fine","notes":"to taste","group":"Seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"Black pepper to taste","name":"Black Pepper","quantity":1,"unit":"pinch","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"pinch","form":"freshly ground","notes":"to taste","group":"Seasoning","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the whole garlic cloves and the rosemary sprig. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the garlic is golden and the oil is fragrant.","group":"Base","title":"Heat the olive oil","timerMinutes":3,"sourceTitle":"Base"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Add the soaked and drained chickpeas to the pot. Stir well to coat them in the flavored oil and cook for another 2 minutes.","group":"Base","title":"Add the soaked and drained chickpeas","timerMinutes":2,"sourceTitle":"Base"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Pour in the vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45-50 minutes, or until the chickpeas are tender. If using canned chickpeas, simmer for only 15-20 minutes.","group":"Cooking","title":"Pour in the vegetable broth","timerMinutes":50,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Remove the garlic cloves and the rosemary sprig. Use an immersion blender to blend about one-fourth of the soup directly in the pot to thicken the texture. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.","group":"Finishing","title":"Remove the garlic cloves and the rosemary sprig","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Serve hot in bowls, finished with a generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a crack of fresh black pepper.","group":"Serving","title":"Serve hot in bowls, finished","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Serving"}],"notes":"For the best flavor, use dried chickpeas soaked overnight. If you are in a rush, canned chickpeas work well too. Pureeing a small portion of the chickpeas at the end creates a beautiful creamy texture without adding dairy.","cuisine":{"group":"Italian","specific":["Tuscan"]},"course":["soup"],"cookingMethod":["simmer","saute"],"equipment":["Large pot","Immersion blender","Colander"],"diet":["vegan","vegetarian","high_protein","gluten_free","dairy_free"],"allergens":[],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":4,"unit":"bowl","note":"Serves 4 adults as a main or 6 as a starter"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"This soup tastes even better the next day. Prepare fully and reheat gently."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat on the stovetop over medium heat, adding a splash of water if the soup has thickened too much."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fzuppa_di_ceci_863fa12859%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=fafaa26c-157f-471b-a7f5-e532b21c545c","imageAlt":"Zuppa di Ceci — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["healthy","protein","fiber","rustic","cheap eats"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Zuppa di Ceci","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T08:42:20.093Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T08:42:20.093Z","related":[{"id":"stracciatella_b04893ed16","slug":"italian-stracciatella-soup","title":"Italian Stracciatella Soup","description":"A classic, comforting Italian egg drop soup featuring a savory chicken broth filled with delicate 'rags' of egg, salty Parmesan cheese, and fresh parsley.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":10,"totalMinutes":15,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"Italian","specific":["Roman"]},"course":["soup"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["high_protein","low_carb"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fstracciatella_b04893ed16%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=74780e48-d539-44b4-abe2-7523f99ed1a8","imageAlt":"Italian Stracciatella Soup — recipe cover","tags":["italian","soup","egg drop","quick","comfort food","stracciatella"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":7,"stepCount":5},{"id":"acquacotta_35a4938107","slug":"acquacotta","title":"Acquacotta","description":"A traditional Tuscan 'cooked water' soup that transforms simple, humble ingredients like stale bread, onions, and greens into a rich and comforting meal topped with a poached egg.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":30,"totalMinutes":45,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"Italian","specific":["Tuscan"]},"course":["soup"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Facquacotta_35a4938107%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=86370670-935d-4563-928b-9138d46b1047","imageAlt":"Acquacotta — recipe cover","tags":["tuscan","rustic","bread-soup","vegetarian","comfort-food"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":10,"stepCount":6},{"id":"brodo_di_cappone_8cc587d3e6","slug":"brodo-di-cappone","title":"Brodo di Cappone","description":"A refined, golden, and deeply flavorful traditional Italian capon broth, historically served for Christmas and festive occasions. 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