Description
Experience the warmth and comfort of a bowl of Hearty Tomato Orzo Soup, perfect for any occasion—from cozy family dinners to quick lunches. This delightful dish combines the vibrant flavors of crushed San Marzano tomatoes with fresh basil and hearty orzo pasta, creating a rich and satisfying meal that will please everyone at the table. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can whip up this flavorful soup in no time. Plus, it’s incredibly versatile! Feel free to customize it with your favorite vegetables or spices. Enjoy the deliciousness today!
Ingredients
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- 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 cup cooked gluten-free orzo
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup torn fresh basil leaves
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in chopped carrots and minced garlic; cook for about 5 minutes until carrots soften.
- Add crushed red pepper and crushed San Marzano tomatoes; simmer for 10 minutes.
- Pour in chicken stock, bring to boil, then reduce heat and simmer for another 15 minutes.
- Mix in cooked orzo and heavy cream; season with salt and black pepper.
- Finish by stirring in fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Soup
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg