Easy & Healthy Orzo Veggie Soup! 🥣
A comforting and simple soup packed with vegetables and tender orzo pasta, perfect for a healthy weeknight meal. Can be made on the stovetop or in an Instant Pot!
Equipment
- Large Stockpot
- Instant Pot
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 large onion diced
- 3 ribs celery sliced
- 3 carrots diced
- 4 cups broth chicken or vegetable
- 28 ounce crushed tomatoes can
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.33 cup dry orzo pasta
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Prep the Veggies: In a large stockpot (or your Instant Pot), heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion, sliced celery, and diced carrots. Sauté for 3-5 minutes, stirring often, until they begin to soften and become slightly translucent.
- Build the Broth & Season (Stovetop): Stir in 4 cups of broth, the 28-ounce can of crushed tomatoes, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Bring this comforting mixture to a gentle boil.
- Build the Broth & Season (Instant Pot): Press "Cancel" to turn off the Sauté function. Add 4 cups of broth, the 28-ounce can of crushed tomatoes, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, along with the orzo pasta. Stir everything together well.
- Cook the Orzo (Stovetop): Stir in the 1/3 cup of orzo pasta. Reduce the heat to a simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 8-10 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked to a perfect al dente (tender but with a slight bite).
- Cook the Orzo (Instant Pot): Secure the lid and set the vent to the "Sealing" position. Select the "Pressure Cook" or "Manual" setting for 3 minutes on high pressure. Once cooking is complete, allow a 10-minute natural pressure release, then carefully quick-release any remaining pressure. After the valve drops, open the lid and stir thoroughly.
- Season & Serve: Taste the soup and add salt as needed to enhance the flavors. Ladle into bowls and enjoy your warm, easy, and healthy meal!
Notes
Nutrition Information (per serving):
Calories: 205
Total Carbs: 29g
Net Carbs: 25g
Fats: 7g
Protein: 8g
Calories: 205
Total Carbs: 29g
Net Carbs: 25g
Fats: 7g
Protein: 8g
