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Orzo Vegetable Soup

Hearty Orzo Vegetable Soup to Brighten Your Day

This vegan Orzo Vegetable Soup is a quick, nourishing one-pot meal, perfect for any chilly evening.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Vegan
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable stock for oil-free cooking.
  • 1 medium Onion Diced finely for quick cooking.
  • 2 medium Carrots Diced small for even cooking.
  • 2 stalks Celery Diced small to match other vegetables.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
For Flavoring
  • 1 teaspoon Red Chili Flakes Adjust to spice preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Can substitute with fresh.
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano Can substitute with fresh or Italian blend.
  • 1 teaspoon Basil Can substitute with fresh.
For Protein
  • 1 can Chickpeas Drained.
  • 1 can Cannellini Beans Alternatives include borlotti or pinto beans.
For the Soup
  • 1 cup Orzo Whole wheat or gluten-free orzo can be used.
  • 6 cups Vegetable Stock Can substitute with broth.
For Brightness
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Zest can be added for extra flavor.
For Greens
  • 2 cups Kale Can substitute with spinach.

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 6-7 minutes until tender.
  2. Stir in minced garlic, red chili flakes, thyme, oregano, and basil. Cook for another minute to bloom the spices.
  3. Mix in drained chickpeas, cannellini beans, and orzo. Pour in vegetable stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes until orzo is tender.
  4. Squeeze in lemon juice and add chopped kale. Simmer for 1-2 minutes until kale wilts.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, optionally with crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 520mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 10gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Chop vegetables evenly for uniform cooking. Adjust seasonings to taste. Add orzo before serving if freezing leftovers.

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