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Mushroom Chard Soup

A recipe for Mushroom Chard Soup! This comforting vegetarian soup pairs sautéed mushrooms with tender orzo and Swiss chard.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 -6 Servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: International

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
  • 1 medium onion peeled and diced
  • 1 bunch (about 6 leaves) Swiss chard stems and leaves separated
  • 4 cloves garlic peeled and minced
  • 8 ounces (227 grams) cremini mushrooms sliced
  • 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 5 ounces (150 grams) uncooked orzo pasta
  • 6 cups (1.5 liters) vegetable broth
  • freshly grated parmesan for serving

Instructions

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  1. In a large saucepan, drizzle the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions.
  2. Thinly slice the Swiss chard stems and add to the onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, until both are starting to soften, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the garlic and cook until just fragrant, 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  4. Add the sliced mushrooms. Cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned and just softened, about 5 minutes. Add a little more olive oil if needed.
  5. Toss in the balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  6. Stir in the orzo until well-coated.
  7. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Cook until orzo is nearly tender, but still firm.
  8. Chop the Swiss chard leaves and add to the soup. Cook just until vibrant green and slightly wilted.
  9. Adjust seasonings to taste and serve immediately with a sprinkling of fresh Parmesan if desired.