By Aditi Saraswat
November 16, 2025
Italian soup is the ideal comfort bowl for cold, chilly days. Loaded with vegetables, herbs, and a hint of parmesan, it brings together the essence of Italian kitchens in every spoon.
1 tbsp of olive oil 1 finely chopped onion 2 minced garlic cloves 1 diced carrot 1 cup chopped tomatoes 3 cups vegetable broth Half a cup of cooked pasta or beans Salt, pepper, and herbs to taste Grated parmesan for garnishing
In a deep vessel or pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and add chopped onion to it. Sauté until it turns translucent for about 2–3 minutes.
Now, add the minced garlic and diced carrot to this and mix it for another 2-3 minutes until it turns aromatic and a bit soft.
Mix the chopped tomatoes and cook them until they turn soft and juicy. This will create a light base for the soup.
Add in 3 cups of vegetable broth to this and let it boil for a few minutes.
Add half a cup of cooked pasta or beans to add some thickness to the soup. Boil it again for 10 minutes.
Spice up the soup by adding some salt, black pepper, oregano, and basil. Let the flavours mix and blend for about 2–3 minutes.
Serve the sizzling hot cup of Italian soup garnished with parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil. Pair it with garlic bread to enjoy it fully.