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Orzo and Vegetable Soup with Lemon and Dill


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  • Author: veronica
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A comforting and quick Orzo and Vegetable Soup with fresh lemon and dill, perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy days.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, celery, peas)
  • 1 onion (chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 lemon (juiced and zested)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill (chopped)
  • Olive oil for sautéing
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic and sauté until soft and fragrant (about 5 minutes).
  2. Add the mixed vegetables and cook for 5-7 minutes until they begin to soften.
  3. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
  4. Once boiling, add orzo and cook according to package instructions (7-10 minutes).
  5. Stir in the juice and zest of the lemon along with the chopped dill. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with extra dill if desired.

Notes

Feel free to customize your soup with leftover vegetables or add proteins like chicken or chickpeas.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg