Description
Pasta soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy nights or impromptu gatherings. This easy recipe combines tender pasta with rich vegetable broth, vibrant veggies, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for a satisfying meal that warms both the heart and belly. With each spoonful, enjoy an explosion of flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pasta (shells or elbows)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 medium carrot (diced)
- 1 stalk celery (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add minced garlic, sauté for 30 seconds, then add diced carrots and celery; cook until slightly softened.
- Pour in vegetable broth, season with salt and pepper, and bring to a gentle boil.
- Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente (about 8–10 minutes).
- Stir in spinach or kale just before serving until wilted.
- Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 8mg