Description
Indulge in the warmth of Easy Pastina Soup, a delightful dish that combines comforting flavors with hidden nutrition. This soup is perfect for chilly evenings or when you need a little extra care. With its smooth, blended vegetable broth, it expertly conceals nutritious ingredients, making it an ideal choice for picky eaters. Plus, itβs quick and simple to prepare, allowing you to whip up a hearty meal in no time. Enjoy a bowl as a light dinner or alongside your favorite sides for a fulfilling meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10.5 cups water or organic unsalted vegetable broth
- 1 yellow onion
- 2 celery ribs
- 3 carrots
- 4 garlic cloves
- Salt (to taste)
- 1 cup pastina (or any small pasta shape)
- Parmigiano cheese (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring water or broth to a boil. Add onion, celery, carrots, garlic, and salt.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 45 minutes until vegetables are soft.
- Transfer veggies to a blender with some broth and blend until smooth.
- Return the blended mixture to the pot and stir well.
- Cook pastina separately according to package instructions.
- Serve soup by adding cooked pastina to bowls and ladling hot broth over it, garnished with Parmigiano.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Feel free to add more vegetables like spinach or zucchini for extra nutrition. Use low-sodium broth for a healthier option. Customize the soup with fresh herbs or spices like thyme for additional flavor.