Mediterranean Ditalini Soup

Servings3
PreparationTime25 min
Ingredients
  • 1 cup Springo ditalini pasta
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup baby spinach, chopped
  • 1/2 cup carrots, diced
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
  1. Cook the ditalini pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic, red onion, carrots, and bell pepper. Sauté until vegetables are tender.
  3. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring it to a simmer. Add dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
  4. Add chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, baby spinach, and cooked ditalini pasta to the pot.
  5. Stir well and let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Ladle the soup into bowls, and squeeze fresh lemon juice over each serving.