Description
A comforting and flavorful Italian-inspired soup combining soothing ingredients like garlic, ginger, and lemon with hearty vegetables and pasta to help ease colds and provide warmth.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
2 celery stalks, diced
1 medium potato, peeled and diced
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 cups water
1 cup small pasta (such as ditalini or small shells)
1 cup kale, stems removed and chopped
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent.
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the diced carrots, celery, and potato, cooking for 5 minutes while stirring occasionally.
Pour in the chicken broth and water, then add the dried oregano and thyme.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
Add the small pasta and chopped kale to the pot, cooking for another 10 minutes until the pasta is al dente and kale is wilted.
Stir in the lemon zest and lemon juice, then season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Remove the pot from heat and ladle soup into bowls.
Sprinkle each serving with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes