Description
Italian Pastina Soup is a delightful and nourishing dish that captures the essence of comfort food. This simple vegetable soup can be prepared in just 25 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. The combination of tender pastina pasta, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs creates a warm, flavorful broth that soothes the soul. Whether served as a quick lunch or as part of a hearty dinner, this soup is versatile enough to accommodate your favorite ingredients. Enjoy its heartwarming qualities on chilly evenings or whenever you need a comforting pick-me-up.
Ingredients
- 1 cup pastina pasta (stelline shape)
- 1 brown onion
- 2 carrots
- 2 celery sticks
- 4 garlic cloves
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic into manageable sizes.
- In a large pot, combine the vegetable broth and chopped vegetables. Season with salt and pepper, then bring to a simmer for about 20 minutes until tender.
- Remove any solids like bay leaves or parmesan rinds if used, then blend the cooked vegetables until smooth.
- Return the blended mixture to the pot with remaining broth and bring to a boil.
- Stir in pastina pasta and cook for 5-6 minutes until al dente.
- Serve hot with optional garnishes like parsley or grated parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating your favorite protein such as shredded chicken or beans. Customize with seasonal vegetables for variety. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.