Tiny Pasta and Egg Soup
Cozy up with a comforting bowl of Tiny Pasta and Egg Soup, a quick and hearty recipe that's perfect for busy weeknights or when you need a little warmth in your day. This simple yet satisfying dish features tender tiny pasta—such as pastina, orzo, or acini di pepe—simmered in savory chicken or vegetable broth. A swirl of silky egg ribbons adds luxurious texture, while grated Parmesan and fresh parsley offer bursts of flavor. Sautéed garlic and a drizzle of olive oil provide a fragrant foundation, making this a one-pot wonder ready in just 20 minutes. Ideal as a light main course or an elegant appetizer, this soup pairs beautifully with crusty bread or a crisp green salad. Make it your go-to comfort meal with its quick prep time, wholesome ingredients, and irresistibly velvety finish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option)
- 1 cup tiny pasta (such as pastina, orzo, or acini di pepe)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a medium-sized pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds or until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle boil.
Once boiling, add the tiny pasta. Stir occasionally and cook according to the pasta’s package instructions, typically 7-8 minutes.
While the pasta is cooking, crack the eggs into a small bowl and whisk them until fully blended.
Reduce the heat to low once the pasta is tender. Slowly drizzle the whisked eggs into the simmering soup while stirring gently with a fork or whisk. This will create silky egg ribbons throughout the soup.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot. Optionally, garnish with extra Parmesan or parsley for presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
167 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.1 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 99 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 1162 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.8 g | ||
| Protein | 8.9 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 55 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 131 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
