Vegetable Orzo Soup Recipe

Vegetable Orzo Soup Recipe

Author: Chef Elsa Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 40 min Total Time: 55 min
Yield: 4 servings Category: Dishes Cuisine: Mediterranean Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Description A warm, comforting soup filled with vibrant vegetables and hearty orzo, perfect for chilly evenings and nutritious meals.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium potatoes, cubed
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
  • 1 teaspoon celery salt
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 6 to 7 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (non-alcoholic)
  • 1½ tablespoons brown sugar
  • ⅓ cup dry orzo pasta
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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Instructions

  1. Prep all your fresh ingredients by chopping the onion, carrots, celery, and potatoes.
  2. In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat and sauté the onions, carrots, and celery for 8-10 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, seasoned salt, and celery salt, cooking for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Stir in diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and potatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes.
  5. Add orzo and simmer uncovered for another 8-10 minutes until orzo is al dente. Adjust the consistency by adding broth if necessary.
  6. Season to taste with salt and pepper, then serve immediately with optional garnishes.

Notes

  1. Notes
  2. This soup can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 2 months. Adding leafy greens like spinach or kale can enhance nutritional value.