Chunky Minestrone Orzo Soup – Hearty & Healthy
Main Ingredients
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Prepare the Base
Heat butter and olive oil in a large pan over medium heat until sizzling.
Sauté Aromatics
Add onions, peppers, and fresh parsley to the pan. Stir well.
Add Root Vegetables and Herbs
Add carrots and celery. Follow with oregano, garlic, and a bay leaf. Stir and fry for about until fragrant.
Incorporate Mushrooms and Green Beans
Add sliced mushrooms and chopped green beans to the pan. Continue to stir and fry for another few minutes.
Add Leafy Greens and Potatoes
Add kale or Savoy cabbage strips and cubed potatoes. Stir everything around and fry for approximately . (Total frying time for all vegetables should be about ).
Steam Vegetables
Pour in 1/4 cup of water. Cover the pan with a lid and cook on medium-low heat for , allowing the vegetables to soften.
Add Tomato Components
Remove the lid. Add tomato paste and mix it thoroughly into the softened vegetables. Then, add the canned chopped tomatoes and mix well, bringing the mixture up to temperature.
Introduce Orzo Pasta
Stir in the orzo pasta, ensuring it is well combined with all the hot ingredients.
Add Broth and Simmer
Pour in the chicken stock (or vegetable broth). Stir everything around and bring the soup to a vigorous boil. Once boiling, cover the pan with a lid and let it for on a medium flame.
Season and Serve
After , remove the lid. The vegetables should be soft and the soup cooked. Add salt, cracked black pepper, and sugar to taste. Give it a final good stir. Ladle the hot chunky minestrone orzo soup into bowls and garnish with sourdough croutons.
Before You Cook
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No Butter?
- 3/4 the amount of olive oil (for cooking, not baking)
- Equal parts ghee — Slightly nuttier flavor.
- Equal parts coconut oil (in baking)
No Onion?
- 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
- 3 tbsp dried minced onion
- Shallots or leeks (1:1)
No Garlic (fresh)?
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
- 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
No Bay leaf?
- 1/4 tsp dried thyme (per leaf)
- Pinch of dried oregano
Variations
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- Experiment with different seasonal vegetables
Experiment with different seasonal vegetables to vary the flavor and texture.
- Add a sprinkle of gratedDietary option
Add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor if not strictly vegetarian.
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