Garden Orzo Soup

Warm up with a hearty bowl of Garden Orzo Soup, a vibrant medley of fresh vegetables, tender orzo pasta, and fragrant herbs simmered in a nourishing vegetable broth. This wholesome soup is brimming with diced zucchini, carrots, celery, spinach, and a touch of tangy lemon juice, making it a perfect choice for a light yet satisfying lunch or dinner. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe offers the ideal balance of comforting flavors and healthful ingredients, delivering a nutritious, plant-based meal that's easy to prepare. Whether you're looking to use up seasonal produce or crave a veggie-packed dish, this one-pot soup is a family-friendly favorite that brings the garden to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 medium carrot, diced
• 2 medium celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes (canned, with juice)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup orzo pasta
• 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced zucchini and stir to combine, cooking for another 2 minutes.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and diced tomatoes (with juice). Stir well.

Step 6

Add the dried oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Bring the soup to a simmer.

Step 7

Once the soup is simmering, stir in the orzo pasta.

Step 8

Cook uncovered for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender.

Step 9

Stir in the chopped spinach and parsley, cooking for 1-2 minutes until the spinach wilts.

Step 10

Finish the soup with a splash of lemon juice to brighten the flavors.

Step 11

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2306.3 grams (2306.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1691

Total Fat 45.60g	58%
Saturated Fat 7.10g	36%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6021mg	262%
Total Carbohydrate 276.90g	101%
Dietary Fiber 39.80g	142%
Total Sugars 41.10g
Protein 60.10g	120%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 537mg	41%
Iron 20mg	112%
Potassium 4601mg	98%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.3%

Protein: 13.7%

Carbs: 63.0%