Description
A healthy and comforting Vegetable Orzo Soup packed with fresh vegetables, tender orzo pasta, and bright lemon flavor. Perfect 30-minute vegetarian meal.
Ingredients
3 carrots
2 stalks celery
1 medium yellow onion
8 cups spinach
1 clove garlic
1 14.5 oz can fire roasted tomatoes
1 cup orzo pasta
4 cups vegetable stock
3 cups water
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Pinch red pepper flakes
1/2 tablespoon lemon (optional)
1 tablespoon parsley minced (optional)
Instructions
1. Dice carrots, celery, and onion. Heat Dutch oven and add olive oil.
2. Add vegetables and spices. Sauté 4-5 minutes.
3. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
4. Chop spinach and stir into pot.
5. Add orzo and stir well.
6. Pour in tomatoes, stock, and water.
7. Bring to boil, then simmer 8-9 minutes, stirring often.
8. Remove from heat and add lemon and parsley.
Notes
Stir frequently to prevent sticking.
Add extra broth when reheating as orzo absorbs liquid.
Adjust red pepper flakes to taste.