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Bowl of steaming ditalini pasta soup with vegetables.

Ditalini Pasta Recipe

Discover the best ditalini pasta recipe ideas! Perfect for soups and salads, this guide helps you create delicious, versatile meals with ease.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course, Salad, Soup
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Strainer
  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients

  • 8 oz ditalini pasta
  • 4 cups water for boiling pasta
  • 1 tsp salt for seasoning pasta water

For Salad Option

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • ½ cup cucumber diced
  • ¼ cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • fresh basil chopped, for garnish

For Soup Option

  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 oz
  • 1 cup white beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add ditalini pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • For Salad: In a mixing bowl, combine cooked ditalini, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, feta cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, and fresh basil. Toss well and serve chilled.
  • For Soup: In a large pot, heat vegetable broth over medium heat. Add diced tomatoes, white beans, and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 10 minutes, then stir in cooked ditalini pasta. Serve warm.

Notes

✅ For added protein, mix in grilled chicken or chickpeas.
✅ Use whole-wheat ditalini for a fiber-rich option.
✅ Add a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
Keyword Ditalini Pasta, Pasta Salad, Pasta Soup