posted by RisaG 04-07-100 11:37 AM
* Exported from MasterCook *
Greek-Flavored Spinach and Orzo Soup
Recipe By : Adapted from Vegetarian Soups for All Seasons by Nava Atlas
Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Greens Main Dishes, Vegetarian
Soups Vegetarian Days
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 1/2 tbsp. olive oil
1 cup onion -- chopped
1 large red bell pepper -- diced
3 cloves garlic -- minced
3/4 cup orzo (or other small pasta shape)
5 cups water
1 vegetable bouillon cube -- OR
1 tsp. vegetable soup base
16 oz. canned diced tomatoes
5 oz. fresh spinach -- rinse, stem & chop
1/4 cup fresh parsley or dill -- chopped OR
1/8 cup dried parsley or dill -- crumbled
1 lemon -- juiced
salt and freshly ground black pepper -- to taste
Heat the oil in a soup pot (or large pot). Add the onion and saute over medium heat until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the red pepper and garlic and saute the vegetables for another 5-8 minutes, or until the onion turns golden and the red pepper softens.
In the meantime, cook the orzo in a separate saucepan until al dente. When done, drain.
Add the water, bouillon cube, and tomatoes to the soup pot. Bring to a simmer, cover and simmer gently for 10 minutes.
Add the cooked orzo to the soup along with the spinach and herbs. Stir in the lemon juice, then season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve at once.