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Italian Vegetable Orzo Soup

A comforting and nutrient-packed soup that’s easy to prepare, perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 medium carrot, diced
  • 1 medium zucchini, diced
  • 1 medium bell pepper, diced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for sautéing

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until they become translucent.
  3. Add the diced carrots, zucchini, and bell pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes until slightly softened.
Cooking
  1. Stir in the diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
  3. Add the orzo pasta and fresh spinach, cooking until the orzo is tender, about 8-10 minutes.
  4. Adjust the seasoning as needed and serve hot.

Notes

For a creamier texture, add a splash of heavy cream or cream cheese when serving. Mix and match vegetables to your liking. Check the pasta occasionally to avoid overcooking.