Description
A comforting and easy-to-make Simple Vegetable Rice Soup packed with wholesome vegetables, tender rice, and savory broth. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner, this soup uses basic ingredients and comes together in under 30 minutes, delivering warmth and nutrition in every bowl.
Ingredients
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Soup Base
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 carrots, chopped
- 4 stalks celery, chopped
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 4 cups water
- 1/2 cup rice
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until hot and shimmering. Add the diced onion, chopped carrots, and chopped celery. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables become tender and translucent.
- Add Broth and Water: Pour in the chicken broth and water, then bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
- Cook Rice and Simmer: Once boiling, add the rice and dried parsley to the pot. Cover, reduce the heat to medium, and cook for about 15 minutes or until the rice is tender. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- You can substitute vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper according to taste before serving.
- For extra flavor, consider adding garlic or herbs like thyme.
- Using long grain white rice yields the best texture, but other rice types can work with slightly adjusted cooking times.
