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Orzo Vegetable Soup

Looking for a hearty, healthy dinner that’s easy to make? This Orzo Vegetable Soup is packed with colorful vegetables, protein-rich beans, tender orzo pasta, and aromatic herbs in a comforting vegetable broth. It’s the perfect one-pot meal for busy weeknights, meal prep, or cozy family dinners. Whether you’re searching for an easy soup recipe, healthy dinner ideas, vegetarian comfort food, or satisfying food ideas, this homemade soup delivers delicious flavor in every spoonful.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 medium carrot, diced
  • 2–3 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • ¼ teaspoon red chili flakes
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 can (14 oz / 400 g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (14 oz / 400 g) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • ¾ cup (150 g) orzo
  • 6 cups (1.5 liters) vegetable stock
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • 2 cups (100 g) kale, roughly chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, carrot, and celery, then cook for 7–8 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in garlic, chili flakes, thyme, oregano, and basil, cooking for 1 minute.
  4. Add vegetable stock, chickpeas, and cannellini beans. Bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Stir in the orzo and simmer for 8–10 minutes until nearly tender.
  6. Add the chopped kale and cook for another 2–3 minutes.
  7. Remove from the heat and stir in the fresh lemon juice.
  8. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  9. Serve hot with crusty bread if desired.

Notes

  • Cook the orzo just until al dente to prevent it from becoming overly soft.
  • Add extra vegetable stock when reheating leftovers since the pasta absorbs liquid.
  • Finish with fresh lemon juice right before serving for the brightest flavor.
  • Author: Emmy Carter
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6 servings
  • Calories: 295 kcal per serving

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