Description
Rich Italian Soup is a comforting, flavorful dish that brings the essence of Italy right to your table. With its aromatic blend of fresh herbs, tender vegetables, and savory broth, this soup is perfect for chilly evenings or spontaneous family gatherings. Easy to prepare and utterly delicious, it promises to warm your soul and satisfy your taste buds.
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes with juice
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning blend
- 1 cup small pasta (like ditalini or orzo), cooked separately
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté olive oil with chopped onions, carrots, and celery until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and cook until golden. Add diced tomatoes and simmer for another 3–4 minutes.
- Pour in vegetable broth along with basil leaves and Italian seasoning; bring to a gentle boil.
- Add cooked pasta directly into the pot and cook until heated through (8–10 minutes).
- Adjust seasoning as needed and serve hot with grated Parmesan cheese on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg