Italian Soup with Dill

Immerse your senses in the comforting flavors of this Italian Soup with Dill, a hearty and wholesome dish that’s brimming with vibrant vegetables, tender white beans, and aromatic herbs. This soup masterfully combines classic Italian ingredients like olive oil, sautéed onions, carrots, celery, and juicy diced tomatoes with the unexpected, refreshing twist of fresh dill. The addition of zucchini and small pasta, such as ditalini or orzo, gives the dish a satisfying texture, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley and optional parmesan cheese takes it to the next level. Perfect for a cozy weeknight meal or to impress dinner guests, this one-pot soup is ready in just 50 minutes and serves six generously. Whether you’re serving up an elegant starter or a main course, this Italian-inspired soup with a dill-infused flourish is sure to captivate your taste buds and leave a lasting impression.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 2 medium, diced carrots
• 2 medium, diced celery stalks
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 15 ounces, drained and rinsed canned white beans (e.g., cannellini or great northern beans)
• 1 cup small pasta (e.g., ditalini or orzo)
• 1 medium, diced zucchini
• 1 bunch, finely chopped fresh dill
• 0.25 cup, chopped fresh parsley
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
• 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) black pepper
• 0.5 cup, grated (optional for serving) parmesan cheese

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté for 5–7 minutes, or until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the canned diced tomatoes (with juices) and stir to combine.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6

Add the white beans, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in the diced zucchini and pasta, and cook for 8–10 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf and stir in the fresh dill and parsley.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with grated parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3524.3 grams (3524.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2540

Total Fat 74.20g	95%
Saturated Fat 19.90g	99%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.60g
Cholesterol 52mg	17%
Sodium 9926mg	432%
Total Carbohydrate 382.40g	139%
Dietary Fiber 67.90g	243%
Total Sugars 75.00g
Protein 102.80g	206%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1440mg	111%
Iron 25mg	141%
Potassium 7575mg	161%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.6%

Protein: 15.8%

Carbs: 58.6%