Description
This Italian Orzo Spinach Soup is a comforting and flavorful vegetarian soup that is easy to make. Packed with veggies, orzo pasta, and aromatic herbs, this soup is perfect for a cozy night in.
Ingredients
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For the soup:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 3/4 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- 4 cups fresh baby spinach
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For garnish:
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil: In a large pot over medium heat, add the olive oil.
- Sauté vegetables: Add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened.
- Add seasonings: Stir in garlic, oregano, basil, thyme, and red pepper flakes.
- Add broth and tomatoes: Pour in vegetable broth and diced tomatoes; bring to a boil.
- Cook orzo: Stir in orzo; simmer until tender.
- Add spinach: Mix in fresh spinach; cook until wilted.
- Season and serve: Season with salt and pepper; ladle into bowls, garnish with Parmesan and parsley.
Notes
- For extra protein, consider adding cooked shredded chicken or white beans.
- For a healthier option, use whole wheat orzo.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
