Description
Warm up with a bowl of Hearty Tomato Orzo Soup, a delightful and comforting dish perfect for chilly days. This easy-to-make soup is bursting with flavor and nutrition, making it an excellent choice for family dinners or cozy gatherings. With its rich tomato base, tender orzo, and customizable ingredients, this recipe allows you to create a meal that caters to your taste preferences. In just 40 minutes, you can enjoy a heartwarming soup thatβs not only delicious but also packed with vitamins from fresh ingredients. Whether served as a main dish or a starter for dinner parties, this soup is sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 chopped onion
- 2 peeled and chopped carrots
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 28 oz can crushed San Marzano tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 1/4 cup heavy cream or coconut cream for a vegan option
- 1 cup cooked gluten-free orzo (approximately 1/2 cup uncooked)
- 1/4 cup torn fresh basil leaves (or 1 tablespoon dried if necessary)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. SautΓ© chopped onion until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add chopped carrots and minced garlic, cooking for another 3 minutes.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes and chicken stock; season with crushed red pepper, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in cooked orzo and mix well.
- Reduce heat to low; add heavy cream (or coconut cream) and torn basil leaves just before serving.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with additional basil if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Southing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or zucchini for added nutrition. For extra depth of flavor, consider adding herbs such as thyme or oregano.