Description
Indulge in the heartwarming comfort of our Best Pasta Fagioli Soup Recipe. This delightful Italian soup masterfully combines nutritious cannellini beans, tender vegetables, and al dente ditalini pasta in a savory vegetable broth. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or meal prep, this hearty dish is not only budget-friendly but also easily customizable to suit your taste preferences. With its rich flavors and filling ingredients, this soup is sure to become a family favorite. Enjoy it as a standalone meal or pair it with crusty bread for a complete experience.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, quartered and sliced
- 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 dried bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 4 cups low sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup dry ditalini pasta
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onion, minced garlic, and sliced carrots until soft and fragrant (about 5–6 minutes).
- Add rinsed cannellini beans, tomato sauce, bay leaf, basil, parsley, oregano, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir to combine.
- Pour in vegetable broth and water; bring the mixture to a boil.
- Stir in ditalini pasta; reduce heat to simmer and cook until pasta is al dente (approximately 6–7 minutes). Remove bay leaf before serving.
- Adjust seasoning to taste and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Feel free to add other vegetables such as spinach or zucchini for added nutrition. For a thicker soup consistency, blend a portion of the soup before adding back the pasta.