Creamy Greek Tomato Noodle Soup
Warm up your soul with this Creamy Greek Tomato Noodle Soup, a comforting fusion of Mediterranean flavors and velvety textures. This hearty soup combines crushed tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and a medley of classic Greek herbs like oregano and thyme to create a deeply flavorful base. Orzo pasta adds a satisfying bite, while heavy cream and crumbled feta cheese lend a luscious creaminess that sets this dish apart. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh basil and parsley, this one-pot wonder is as beautiful as it is delicious. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a cozy lunch, this easy-to-make recipe is ready in just 45 minutes and perfect for serving a family of four. Whether you're a fan of Greek-inspired recipes or simply in the mood for a creamy tomato soup with a twist, this dish will quickly become a mealtime favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium (finely chopped) yellow onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh basil
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh parsley
Instructions
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth, stirring to combine.
Add the oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Stir in the orzo pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.
Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream, ensuring the soup is well combined and creamy.
Remove the pot from heat and stir in the crumbled feta cheese until melted and incorporated.
Divide the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh chopped basil and parsley.
Serve immediately and enjoy the creamy, flavorful soup!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
536 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.4 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.7 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 43 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 1563 mg | 68% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.8 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.0 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.7 g | ||
| Protein | 16.0 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 141 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1104 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
