Description
Pastina soup is a delightful and comforting dish that warms the soul, making it perfect for chilly evenings or when you’re feeling under the weather. This family recipe, passed down through generations, combines tiny pasta with a savory vegetable broth and fresh ingredients. Each spoonful offers rich flavors and heartwarming memories, creating an experience that your loved ones will cherish. Easy to prepare and customizable, this pastina soup can be enjoyed as an appetizer or a main course.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pastina
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 1 stalk celery, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onions, carrots, and celery for 5-7 minutes until soft.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and season with salt and pepper. Allow to simmer.
- Stir in the pastina and cook according to package instructions (6-8 minutes) until tender but al dente.
- Add chopped parsley before serving for a burst of freshness.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra parsley or grated cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg