Description
A rustic Italian-style soup packed with tender broccoli, herbs, and comforting spoonfuls of goodness.
Ingredients
- Fresh broccoli florets
- Garlic cloves
- Vegetable or chicken broth
- Orzo pasta
- Olive oil
- Yellow onion (diced)
- Carrot (finely diced)
- Celery (finely diced)
- Italian seasoning
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Grated Parmesan (for serving)
- Fresh parsley or basil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat; sauté onion, carrot, and celery until soft.
- Add garlic and cook just until fragrant.
- Stir in Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes.
- Add broccoli florets and broth; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cook until broccoli is very tender, then lightly mash or partially blend for texture.
- Stir in orzo and simmer until pasta is tender.
- Season to taste and serve hot with Parmesan and fresh herbs.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes based on your spice preference.
- For a creamier soup, consider adding a splash of cream or milk.
- This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg