Ditalini

This small, tube-shaped pasta has a slightly nutty flavor and a firm texture. Ditalini is most often consumed in Italy’s region of Campania, where it is traditionally used in pasta e fagioli, minestrone, and other soups. Its small size also makes ditalini the perfect addition to simple broth-based soups.

This pasta comes in a smooth variety and a ridged variety, known as ditalini rigatti. The name ditalini can be literally translated as little thimbles. Ditalini is also often used in pasta salads, which is the reason why it's also called salad macaroni in some areas.