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Mediterranean Orzo Soup

A hearty and flavorful soup featuring orzo pasta, fresh vegetables, and Mediterranean herbs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main, Soup
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 medium carrots diced
  • 2 celery stalks celery diced
  • 1 medium zucchini diced
  • 1 cup spinach fresh, chopped
Broth and Pasta
  • 6 cups vegetable broth low sodium
  • 1 cup orzo pasta uncooked
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to taste
Garnish
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese grated, optional

Method
 

Prepare the Vegetables
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in minced garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Add diced zucchini and spinach, cooking until the spinach wilts, about 2 minutes.
Cook the Soup
  1. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
  2. Once boiling, add the orzo pasta, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  3. Reduce heat and let simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the orzo is tender.
Serve
  1. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
  2. Enjoy your Mediterranean Orzo Soup warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 8gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gFiber: 4gSugar: 3g

Notes

This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat before serving.

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