Description
Indulge in the warmth of this Comforting Pastina Soup, a delightful blend of tiny pasta, tender carrots, and fragrant herbs simmered in a savory broth. Perfect for chilly evenings, this cozy dish brings back memories of family gatherings and lazy afternoons. Quick to prepare and adaptable to your pantry staples, it’s sure to become a cherished favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pastina
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup diced carrots (about 2 medium)
- 1 cup diced celery (about 2 stalks)
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onions, carrots, and celery; sauté for 5-7 minutes until soft.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil. Add pastina; simmer for 6-8 minutes until al dente.
- Season with salt and pepper. If desired, stir in fresh herbs like thyme or basil.
- Remove from heat, add lemon juice and chopped parsley just before serving.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with additional parsley if desired. Serve hot with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg