Description
Lemon Chickpea Orzo Soup is a bright, flavorful dish that warms your soul and delights your taste buds. This creamy, tangy soup features zesty lemon, hearty chickpeas, and tender orzo, making it the perfect comfort food for any occasion. Easy to prepare and packed with vibrant veggies, this soup transforms dreary days into cozy experiences. Whether you’re enjoying it on a rainy afternoon or serving it at a dinner party, each bowl promises smiles and satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 can (15 oz) low-sodium chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup diced celery
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add diced carrots and celery with dried thyme and oregano; cook until softened.
- Pour in vegetable broth and chickpeas; bring to a gentle boil.
- Stir in orzo pasta; reduce heat to simmer for about 10 minutes until orzo is al dente.
- Mix in fresh lemon juice and zest; add spinach or kale during the last minute of cooking.
- Season with salt and pepper, ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups (360g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg