Broccoli and Orzo Soup Recipe

Name: Broccoli and Orzo Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 cups low-salt chicken broth; 1 cup orzo; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 red pepper, julienned; Pinch of dried red-pepper flakes; 1 clove garlic, chopped; 1/2 cup Italian parsley, minced; 2 small slices orange rind, chopped; 3 cups of broccoli stems, peeled and diced; 3 cups of broccoli florettes, chopped; Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Servings: persons

6 cups low-salt chicken broth
1 cup orzo
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 red pepper, julienned
Pinch of dried red-pepper flakes
1 clove garlic, chopped
1/2 cup Italian parsley, minced
2 small slices orange rind, chopped
3 cups of broccoli stems, peeled and diced
3 cups of broccoli florettes, chopped
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

1
Bring chicken broth to boil.
2
Add orzo.
3
Put olive oil in a small skillet on high heat, add red pepper and then dried red-pepper flakes.
4
Cook until red pepper starts to brown, then add garlic, parsley and orange rind.
5
Cook for one minute, then remove from heat.
6
When orzo has cooked for 15 minutes, add broccoli stems.
7
After five minutes, add florettes.
8
Season with salt and pepper.
9
Cook for a minute or two, until florettes are tender, and remove from heat.
10
Serve soup in bowls, with a spoonful of the red-pepper mixture on top.

816

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

124

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 cups low-salt chicken broth, 1 cup orzo, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 red pepper, julienned, and more.

Yes, Broccoli and Orzo Soup falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Broccoli and Orzo Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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