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Green Olive Soup

Green Olive Soup – A Cozy Vegan Delight to Warm Your Soul

This Green Olive Soup is a comforting vegan delight, combining briny olives, herbs, and rich sundried tomatoes in a quick, heartwarming dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil high-quality extra virgin
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon fresh oregano
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
For the Heartiness
  • 1 cup green olives pitted and halved
  • 1 cup sundried tomatoes chopped finely
  • 1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup orzo or substitute with rice
For Creaminess
  • 1 cup coconut cream or cashew cream for an alternative
  • 2 cups baby spinach torn
For Seasoning
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Green Olive Soup
  1. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
  2. Add 3 cloves of minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring frequently.
  3. Stir in 2 tablespoons of tomato paste and 1 teaspoon each of fresh oregano and thyme. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring well.
  4. Incorporate 1 cup of chopped sundried tomatoes, 1 can of drained chickpeas, and 1 cup of orzo. Pour in 4 cups of vegetable stock and bring to a boil.
  5. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the soup simmer for 10-12 minutes.
  6. Stir in 1 cup of halved green olives, 1 cup of coconut cream, and 2 cups of baby spinach. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until spinach wilts.
  7. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm in bowls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge. For longer storage, freeze the soup in freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months.

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