Description

Dive into a bowl of cozy goodness with this Veggie Orzo Soup, perfect for warming up your chilly days! Packed with colorful veggies and tiny pasta pieces, it’s a hug in a bowl. Ready to make your kitchen smell amazing?

Ingredients

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1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks, sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 bay leaf
8 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
1 cup orzo pasta
1 zucchini, diced
1 cup fresh spinach
Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onions, carrots, and celery. Sauté these colorful stars until they’re soft and happy.

Step 2

Toss in the garlic, thyme, oregano, and a little red pepper flake magic. Stir for a minute until your kitchen smells like a dream!

Step 3

Time to bring in the big guns: pour in the veggie broth and diced tomatoes. Drop in a bay leaf for good luck, then bring it all to a gentle boil.

Step 4

Sprinkle in the orzo pasta and let it simmer, uncovered, for about 8 minutes. It’s time to unleash your soup’s true flavor!

Step 5

Stir in the zucchini cubes and spinach leaves. Cook until everything is soft and snuggly, about 5 minutes.

Notes

Tip 1

Feel free to adjust the vegetables based on what you have on hand or your personal preferences.

Tip 2

This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.

Tip 3

Reheat gently on the stove, adding a splash of broth or water if it becomes too thick.

Tip 4

For extra flavor, consider adding a squeeze of lemon juice or a splash of balsamic vinegar at the end.

Enjoy every spoonful of this delicious and wholesome Veggie Orzo Soup! Your taste buds will thank you!

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes

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