Description
Italian farro soup is a traditional Tuscan comfort food featuring hearty farro grains, creamy beans, and savory vegetables simmered into a satisfying, nutrient-rich broth.
Ingredients
1 cup farro (semi-pearled or whole)
1 tbsp olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
2 carrots, diced
2 celery ribs, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
5 cups vegetable broth
1 can cannellini beans (15 oz)
1 tsp thyme
1 tsp oregano
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a heavy pot over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and carrot. Sauté for 8 minutes.
2. Add garlic, thyme, and oregano. Stir another minute.
3. Pour in the farro and toast for 2–3 minutes.
4. Add broth and bring to a boil.
5. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes (longer if using whole farro).
6. Stir in the beans and cook for another 10 minutes.
7. Taste and adjust seasoning. Add broth or water if too thick.
8. Serve hot with parsley or olive oil drizzle.
Notes
Use semi-pearled farro for quicker cooking; soak whole farro overnight.
Soup thickens over time—add liquid when reheating.
Optional toppings: chopped kale, roasted mushrooms, or walnut pesto.
Freezes well for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: farro, soup, Italian, vegan, hearty