Description
Hearty Tomato Orzo Soup is a soul-warming dish that combines a rich tomato base with tender orzo pasta and fresh vegetables. Perfect for chilly evenings, this comforting soup is not only easy to prepare but also bursting with flavor. Each spoonful offers a delightful blend of textures and tastes, making it a family favorite for gatherings or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 (14.5 oz) cans diced tomatoes
- 6 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add onions, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened (about 5 minutes). Stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add diced tomatoes with their juices and vegetable broth; mix well.
- Season with oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Let the mixture simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes.
- Stir in the orzo pasta and cook according to package instructions (usually around 8 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot with crusty bread or grilled cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg