20 Minute Vegetable Orzo Pesto Soup

This quick and easy vegan soup is made with orzo pasta, vegetables, and a flavorful broth. It is finished with a dollop of vegan pesto, which adds a burst of herbaceous goodness.

Ingredients:

• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup orzo pasta
• 2 cups mixed vegetables carrots, bell peppers, zucchini, etc
• , diced
• 1/2 cup vegan pesto sauce
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Instructions:

In a large pot, bring the vegetable broth to a boil

Add orzo pasta and mixed vegetables to the boiling broth

Reduce heat to medium and let simmer for about 10-12 minutes or until the orzo is cooked and vegetables are tender

Stir in vegan pesto sauce and season with salt and pepper to taste

Remove from heat and ladle into bowls

Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving