Description
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of our Italian Pastina Soup, a simple vegetable soup that comes together in just 25 minutes. This delightful dish is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, bursting with flavors from fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs. The small pastina pasta adds a touch of heartiness, making it a nourishing choice for everyone at the table. Enjoy it on its own or pair it with crusty bread for a complete meal. Whether you’re looking for a quick dinner idea or a wholesome recipe to warm you up, this Italian Pastina Soup is sure to satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pastina pasta (stelline shape)
- 1 brown onion
- 2 carrots
- 2 celery sticks
- 4 garlic cloves
- 6 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic.
- In a large pot, combine vegetable broth with chopped vegetables. Season with salt and pepper.
- Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, cover, and cook for 20 minutes until tender.
- Remove solids using a slotted spoon. Blend the cooked vegetables with ½ cup of water until smooth.
- Return the puree to the pot with remaining broth and bring back to a boil.
- Stir in pastina pasta and cook for 5–6 minutes until al dente.
- Serve hot, garnished with parsley or olive oil if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg