Lemon Orzo Soup
This lemon orzo soup is a delightful combo of flavors and textures, perfect for your weeknight dinner. Picture tender orzo pasta and protein-packed soy curls, all simmered in a rich and savory soup. Kale and zesty lemon juice bring a burst of freshness to every bite, while the tahini gives it a delightful creamy texture. Serve with crispy bread for a comforting meal. Perfect for lunch & meal prep!
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 white onion
- 2 carrots
- 2 stalks of celery
- 5 cloves garlic
- 13 cups water
- 2 tbsp bouillon paste or 2 bouillon cubes
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 bay leaves
- ¼ tsp parsley
- 200 g soy curls
- ⅓ cup tahini
- Juice of 1-2 lemons
- Large handful of chopped kale
- ⅓ cup chopped fresh dill
Instructions
- Saute your onions, carrot, and celery in olive oil for 5 minutes, then add in your garlic and stir for one minute.
- Add in your water, veggie stock, orzo, soy curls, bay leaves, parsley, and soy curls, and simmer for 5-7 minutes until the orzo is cooked through.
- Turn off the heat so the orzo does not continue to cook.
- Add in your spinach, fresh dill, lemon juice, and tahini, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve with your favorite crispy bread, and enjoy!
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 532kcalCarbohydrates: 55.5gProtein: 27gFat: 23.8gSaturated Fat: 2.7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5.22gMonounsaturated Fat: 6.56gTrans Fat: 0.1gSodium: 1172mgPotassium: 406mgFiber: 11.5gSugar: 7.2gVitamin A: 337IUVitamin C: 22.25mgCalcium: 221mgIron: 8.7mg
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