Vegetarians recipes |
Greek-Flavored Spinach And Orzo Soup |
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil 1 cup chopped onion or sliced leek 1 large red bell pepper -- diced 2 garlic cloves - (to 3) -- minced 3/4 cup orzo (rice-shaped pasta) 1 vegetable bouillon cube 1 can diced tomatoes - (16 oz) 5 ounces fresh spinach - (to 6) -- rinsed, stemmed, and chopped 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley or dill -- or more to taste = (or a combination) Juice of 1 lemon Salt -- to taste Freshly-ground black pepper -- to taste |
Heat the oil in a soup pot. Add the onion or leek and sauté over medium heat until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the red pepper and garlic and sauté the vegetables for another 5 to 8 minutes, or until the onion or leek turns golden and the red pepper softens. |