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Greek Tomato & Orzo Soup

Cozy Up with Greek Tomato & Orzo Soup: A Comforting Classic

This Greek Tomato & Orzo Soup is a hearty dish, perfect for chilly nights, offering comforting warmth and versatile customization options.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use extra virgin for best quality
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic Grated
  • 1 can Canned Tomatoes Whole peeled or crushed
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 1 teaspoon Granulated Sugar Omit if using sweeter tomatoes
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Fresh can be used too
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Optional
For the Orzo
  • 1 cup Uncooked Orzo Pasta Can substitute with any small pasta
  • 4 cups Water Substitute with broth for more flavor
For the Garnish
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese Optional
  • to taste Fresh Herbs (Mint, Basil, or Parsley) For garnish

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 10 minutes until soft and golden.
  2. Stir in the grated garlic and sauté for 20-30 seconds until fragrant. Mix in the tomato paste, warming it for an additional 30 seconds.
  3. Pour in the canned tomatoes, water, salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and sugar. Stir well and bring to a gentle boil.
  4. Add the uncooked orzo pasta to the boiling soup, stirring to combine. Boil for 8 minutes, stirring often.
  5. After 8 minutes, taste the soup and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add water or broth if the soup is too thick.
  6. Ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh herbs and feta cheese if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For added flavor, consider adding a parmesan rind while cooking or experimenting with leafy greens.

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