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Vegetable Orzo Soup (Easy!)

Simple yet delicious! This cozy soup comes together fast, and is easy to prepare & customize with your own favorite veggies.

Prep Time
25 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 5 medium bowls
Calories: 179 kcal
Course: Main Course , Soup
Cuisine: Vegan , gluten-free

Ingredients

  • 1 small yellow onion
  • 1 carrot
  • 4-5 cloves garlic
  • 8 oz. gold potato (about 1 medium/large)
  • 3/4 cup sweet peas (I use frozen)
  • 3/4 cup sweet corn (I use frozen)
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 15 oz. can diced fire-roasted tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup orzo pasta (about 3 oz.)
  • 1 tsp. Italian seasoning
Stir-in (optional but recommended):
  • 2 Tbsp. fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1-2 tsp. apple cider vinegar

Instructions

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  1. Dice onion and carrot. Mince garlic. Dice potato in small bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a stockpot over medium-high heat, sauté onion and carrot for 7-8 minutes. (I use 3 Tbsp. water/broth for oil-free sauté method, adding more as needed.)
  3. When onion is soft, add garlic, potato, peas, corn, and Italian seasoning. Stir and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add broth and tomatoes. Bring to a light boil. Then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Add orzo. Simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring often. (I find orzo has a tendency to stick to the bottom so it's best to stir often.) When orzo is just tender, turn off heat.
  6. Stir in apple cider vinegar and fresh parsley. Serve with salt & pepper to taste if needed. (Be aware the soup continues to thicken as it sits and the orzo soaks up more broth. It's best not to overcook the orzo.)

Notes

  • Swaps: Change it up with garbanzo beans, white beans, green beans, zucchini, celery, spinach, bell pepper, broccoli, cauliflower, kale, etc.
  • Gluten-free option: Use GF orzo (such as Jovial brand made from organic cassava flour). Or simply use your favorite GF small pasta, or substitute quinoa or rice instead.

Nutrition Information

Calories 179kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 38g (13%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 0.1g (1%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g Monounsaturated Fat 0.1g Potassium 423mg (12%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 8g (16%) Vitamin A 3149IU (63%) Vitamin C 26mg (29%) Calcium 62mg (6%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 5medium bowls

Amount Per Serving

Calories 179

% Daily Value*

Calories 179kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 38g 13%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g 2%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Potassium 423mg 9%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 8g 16%
Vitamin A 3149IU 63%
Vitamin C 26mg 29%
Calcium 62mg 6%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.