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Green Olive Soup

Creamy Green Olive Soup: Cozy Mediterranean Delight

Enjoy this heartwarming Green Olive Soup, a vegan dish bursting with flavors from green olives and coconut cream.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil use a neutral oil if preferred
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon fresh oregano
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
  • 4 cups vegetable stock
For the Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup green olives sliced
  • 1 cup sundried tomatoes chopped
  • 1 can chickpeas drained
  • 1 cup orzo
  • 1 cup coconut cream
For the Fresh Touch
  • 2 cups baby spinach

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Green Olive Soup
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for about 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
  2. Add 3 minced cloves of garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, 1 teaspoon each of fresh oregano and thyme, and cook for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Add 1 cup of chopped sundried tomatoes, 1 can of drained chickpeas, 1 cup of orzo, and 4 cups of vegetable stock. Bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 10-12 minutes until orzo is tender.
  6. Gently fold in 1 cup of sliced green olives, 1 cup of coconut cream, and 2 cups of baby spinach. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, then serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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