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Italian Orzo Spinach Soup

Delicious Italian Orzo Spinach Soup That Warms the Soul

This Italian Orzo Spinach Soup is a comforting, hearty dish that combines orzo pasta, spinach, and a rich tomato broth, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 medium White Onion can substitute yellow or red onions
  • 2 medium Carrots or any root vegetable
  • 2 stalks Celery or leeks
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
For the Soup
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes omit for less spice
  • 6 cups Chicken or Vegetable Stock low-sodium recommended
  • 1 can Fire-Roasted Diced Tomatoes for depth of flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning or fresh herbs like basil or oregano
For the Goodness
  • 1 cup Orzo Pasta can swap for small pasta or quinoa
  • 4 cups Fresh Baby Spinach or chopped kale
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
Optional Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Basil

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Sauté Base Vegetables: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion, chopped carrots, and sliced celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened.
  2. Add Garlic and Spices: Stir in minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Combine Liquids: Pour in chicken or vegetable stock and diced tomatoes. Sprinkle Italian seasoning and bring to a simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Incorporate Orzo: Add uncooked orzo pasta, stir, and let soup simmer for 8-10 minutes until orzo is al dente.
  5. Add Greens: Once orzo is cooked, fold in spinach or kale. Stir until greens wilt, about 1-2 minutes.
  6. Serve: Ladle soup into bowls and top with Parmesan cheese and chopped basil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Adjust salt based on stock used; low-sodium stock may require less salt.

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