Description
Hearty Tomato Orzo Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy evenings or when you need a little pick-me-up. This rich and creamy soup combines fresh ingredients, including ripe tomatoes, fragrant garlic, and tender orzo pasta, to create a warm bowl of goodness that nourishes both body and soul. Simple to prepare in just 40 minutes, it’s a dish that will have your family gathering around the table for more. Whether served as a standalone meal or paired with crusty bread or a grilled cheese sandwich, this soup is sure to delight palates of all ages. Enjoy the vibrant flavors and satisfying texture that make this recipe a family favorite!
Ingredients
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Onion
- Carrots
- Garlic
- Crushed San Marzano tomatoes
- Chicken stock
- Heavy cream
- Gluten-free orzo
- Fresh basil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add chopped carrots and cook for another 3–4 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and crushed red pepper; cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add crushed tomatoes and chicken stock; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and cooked orzo; heat through for about 5 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.
- Remove from heat, stir in torn basil leaves, let sit for a couple of minutes, then serve garnished with chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added richness, use homemade chicken stock. Substitute heavy cream with coconut cream for a vegan version. Experiment by adding other vegetables like spinach or zucchini for extra nutrition.