Quick Sopa de Fideo: Hearty Noodle Soup

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-03 · Updated 2026-04-03

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A vibrant soup featuring delicate rice noodles in a savory tomato broth packed with colorful vegetables and herbs. Perfect for busy weeknights or when you need comfort in a bowl. This Mexican recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs fideo noodles, olive oil, chicken broth for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 Puerto Rican cuisine 300 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 oz (thin rice noodles) fideo noodles
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup tomato sauce
1/4 cup, diced 1/4-inch carrots
1/4 cup, diced 1/4-inch celery
1/4 cup, diced 1/4-inch onion
1 clove, minced (1/2 tsp) garlic
1/4 tsp dried oregano
2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro

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Instructions

Step 1: Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Cook 2 oz fideo noodles for 2-3 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add 1/4 cup diced carrots, 1/4 cup diced celery, and 1/4 cup diced onion. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until vegetables are softened.
Step 3: Add 1/2 tsp minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in 1/2 cup chicken broth, 1/4 cup tomato sauce, and 1/4 tsp dried oregano. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 3 minutes until flavors meld.
Step 4: Add drained fideo noodles to saucepan and stir to combine. Heat through for 2-3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 5: Serve hot, garnished with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro.