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Comforting and delicious, this easy one pot vegetable orzo soup is filled with flavor and goodness. Loaded with nutritious veggies, it's a great vegetarian recipe for a cold winter meal. You will love it!
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Ingredients
In a large pot, heat up olive oil over medium high heat. Once hot, add chopped onion, carrots, celery and leeks, reduce heat to medium, and sautée stirring often for 7-8 minutes.
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Add the spices, minced garlic and tomato paste to the veggies. Stir everything well and cook for another 2 minutes.
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Add the crushed tomatoes, broth, and water, stir everything. Up the heat, bring the pot to a low boil, then lower to medium-low and simmer.
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After 15-18 minutes, or when the carrots are tender when poked with a fork, add the drained white beans and orzo to the pot. Cook for 10-12 minutes or until orzo is fully cooked.
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Finally add the fresh lemon juice and roughly chopped spinach, and cook for 2 minutes. Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Serve soup with shredded fresh parmesan if desired. Enjoy!
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