Tomato and pasta soup recipe is ‘budget-friendly’ meal to make in just 30 minutes (Image: Getty)
Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and pasta soup is not only packed with flavour but also low in fat, making it an ideal choice for families looking for a .
Plus, it’s easy to make and even easier to enjoy with a side of crusty bread for a warm and comforting meal that in just 25 minutes.
Sharing this , Good Food said: “Make our simple, budget-friendly tomato, pasta and chickpea soup in just 30 minutes.
“This easy, vegetarian family meal is healthy and even low fat.”
When made according to the instructions, this serves four and can be prepared in as little as five minutes.
Read more
This tomato and pasta soup is healthy and easy to make (Image: Getty)
Tomato and pasta soup recipe
Ingredients
Two tbsp olive oil
One onion, chopped
Two celery sticks, chopped
Two garlic cloves, crushed
One tbsp tomato purée
400g can chopped tomatoes
400g can chickpeas
150g orzo or other small pasta shapes
700ml vegetable stock
Two tbsp basil pesto
Crusty bread to serve
Don’t miss… [RECIPE] [INISIGHT] [TIPS]
This quick tomato and pasta soup is not only packed with flavour but also low in fat (Image: Getty)
Method
Heat one tablespoon of olive oil in a large saucepan. Add the onion and celery, cooking for 10-15 minutes until they begin to soften.
Then, add the garlic and cook for an additional minute. Stir in the remaining ingredients, reserving the pesto and extra oil, and bring the mixture to a boil.
Lower the heat and let the soup simmer for six to eight minutes, or until the pasta is cooked through.
Season to your liking, then divide the soup into bowls. You can present it as a starter in smaller portions or serve it as a main meal.
Combine the pesto with the remaining oil, then drizzle the mixture over the soup for extra flavour and a pop of colour.
Serve with chunks of crusty bread on the side and accompany with your side salad of choice for an extra-nutritious meal.