Wholesome Creamy Lemon Rice Soup That'll Brighten Your Day
Savor the delightful flavors of Creamy Lemon Rice Soup, a cozy bowl of comfort that brightens your day.
Equipment
- soup pot
- - Blender
Ingredients
For the Base
- 2 tablespoons Ghee rich, buttery flavor
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic smashed
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
- 2 stalks celery chopped
- 2 medium carrots chopped
For the Soup
- 15 ounces white beans undrained
- 4 cups bone broth or vegetable broth
- 1 cup water
- 2 small lemons juiced
- 2 leaves bay leaves
For the Finish
- 1 cup orzo
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill snipped
Instructions
Instructions
- Heat ghee in a large soup pot over medium heat until fragrant.
- Add onion, garlic, celery, and carrots. Season with salt and pepper and sauté until veggies soften, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the white beans and ½ cup of broth, sautéing for 2 minutes.
- Transfer mixture to a blender and blend until creamy.
- Pour pureed bean mixture back into the pot. Stir in 3-1/2 cups broth and 1 cup of water.
- Add lemon juice, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper.
- Let simmer for 20 minutes.
- Add spinach and orzo, cooking until orzo is al dente.
- Stir in parsley and dill just before serving.
- Ladle into bowls and enjoy!
Notes
Optional: Garnish with extra fresh dill for added flavor and color.