Minestra di farro

Minestra di farro is a hearty Tuscan soup featuring spelt, a nutty grain, combined with fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs. This rustic dish warms the soul, offering a taste of the Italian countryside in every bowl.

Italian · 50 min · 4 servings · eats_kevin

Ingredients

• 200 g spelt, rinsed
• 1 carrot, diced
• 1 celery stalk, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 zucchini, diced
• 400 g canned tomatoes, chopped
• 1.5 L vegetable broth
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• to taste fresh parsley, chopped
• to taste salt
• to taste black pepper

Method

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
4. Add the diced zucchini and cook for 3-4 minutes.
5. Incorporate the chopped canned tomatoes and rinsed spelt, stirring well.
6. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
7. Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for about 30-35 minutes, until the spelt is tender.
8. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
9. Serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley.

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