Easy Gluten Free Pastina Soup: A Comforting Delight
A quick and comforting gluten-free soup featuring tiny star-shaped pasta, vibrant vegetables, and a rich broth. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family meals.
Ingredients
1 tbsp olive oil
½ cup minced celery (about 1 stalk, ends discarded)
½ cup minced carrot (about 1 carrot, ends discarded)
1 onion (minced)
2-3 cloves garlic (minced)
4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth, bone broth, or veggie broth
1 cup gluten-free star pastina (Stelline noodles)
1 cup frozen petite peas
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (or more)
1 tbsp fresh lemon zest (optional)
1 tbsp chopped Italian parsley (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste (optional)
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a soup pot over medium heat. Add celery, carrot, and onion. Sauté for 2-3 minutes.
Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
Add broth and frozen peas. Bring to a boil.
Add star pastina and cook for 10 minutes or until tender.
Stir in Parmesan cheese, season with salt and pepper, and optionally add lemon zest and parsley.
Serve hot and garnish with additional Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Versatile and adaptable for vegetarian or vegan diets.
- Perfect for kids with its fun pasta shape.
- Can be made ahead of time and reheated with extra broth.