Best 8 Spinach Lamb And Orzo Soup Recipes

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Spinach, lamb, and orzo soup is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. Made with fresh spinach, tender lamb, and orzo pasta, this soup is packed with flavor and nutrients. The rich broth is made with a combination of lamb stock and chicken broth, which gives it a deep and complex flavor. The addition of spices like cumin, coriander, and paprika gives the soup a warm and inviting aroma. Serve this soup with a side of crusty bread or crackers to complete the meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PUMPKIN-ORZO SOUP



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Serve this easy Italian vegetable and spice soup when you're in the mood for a bowl of comfort food.

Provided by BHG Test Kitchen

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoon butter
2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 leeks, chopped (2/3 cup)
2.5 pound butternut squash, pie pumpkin, or other winter squash, peeled and cut into 1 to 1-1/2-inch pieces (about 8 cups)
4 14 ounce can chicken broth (7 cups)
4 cup coarsely chopped green cabbage (1 small)
0.5 cup orzo
Kosher salt or salt
Ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a 5-1/2- to 6-quart Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat. Add cumin, turmeric, and cinnamon; cook and stir for 1 minute. Add leeks; cook for 2 minutes, stirring to coat with spices. Add the squash cubes and chicken broth. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Add cabbage and orzo. Return to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes more or until orzo and squash are tender. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Makes 10 to 12 side-dish servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 718 mg, Sugar 4 g, Fat 3 g, UnsaturatedFat 1 g

SPINACH, LAMB AND ORZO SOUP



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Provided by mraguirre22

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

7 cups Water
1 14.5-oz can chicken broth
3 lbs lamb shanks
1 carrot chopped
1 Onion chopped
1 celery stalk chopped
1 Bay leaf
3 tablespoons Olive oil
1 small Onion sliced
3/4 cup orzo (about 5 ounces) (rice-shaped pasta)
1 pound fresh spinach chopped or 1 10-ounce package frozen chopped spinach, thawed
Parmesan cheese Freshly grated

Steps:

  • Bring water and chicken broth to boil in heavy large saucepan or Dutch oven over high heat. Add lamb shanks, carrot, chopped onion, celery and bay leaf and bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer until lamb is tender, about 1 hour 20 minutes. Transfer lamb to plate and cool slightly. Remove meat from bone and cut into 1/2-inch pieces. Strain cooking liquid and reserve. In same pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced onion and saute until tender, about 6 minutes. Add reserved cooking liquid, lamb meat and orzo. Cook soup over medium heat until orzo is tender but still firm to bite, about 20 minutes. Add spinach to soup and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Season soup to taste with salt and pepper. (Soup can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring soup to simmer before serving.) Ladle soup into bowls. Serve, passing grated Parmesan cheese separately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1190 calories, Fat 90.81734 g, Carbohydrate 31.897105 g, Cholesterol 746.34 mg, Fiber 3.96395006653666 g, Protein 59.79234 g, SaturatedFat 41.2750275 g, ServingSize 1 1 Serving (862g), Sodium 484.09075 mg, Sugar 27.9331549334633 g, TransFat 9.32628500000002 g

SPINACH, LAMB AND ORZO SOUP



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Provided by Anastasia Williams

Categories     Soup/Stew     Pasta     Lunch     Lamb Shank     Spinach     Summer     Bon Appétit     California

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

7 cups water
1 14 1/2-ounce can chicken broth
3 pounds lamb shanks
1 carrot, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 celery stalk, chopped
1 bay leaf
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, sliced
3/4 cup (about 5 ounces) orzo (rice-shaped pasta)*
1 pound fresh spinach, chopped or 1 10-ounce package frozen chopped spinach, thawed
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
*Available at Italian markets, specialty foods stores and many supermarkets.

Steps:

  • Bring water and chicken broth to boil in heavy large saucepan or Dutch oven over high heat. Add lamb shanks, carrot, chopped onion, celery and bay leaf and bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer until lamb is tender, about 1 hour 20 minutes. Transfer lamb to plate and cool slightly. Remove meat from bone and cut into 1/2-inch pieces. Strain cooking liquid and reserve.
  • In same pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced onion and sauté until tender, about 6 minutes. Add reserved cooking liquid, lamb meat and orzo. Cook soup over medium heat until orzo is tender but still firm to bite, about 20 minutes. Add spinach to soup and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Season soup to taste with salt and pepper. (Soup can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring soup to simmer before serving.) Ladle soup into bowls. Serve, passing grated Parmesan cheese separately.

LAMB WITH ORZO



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Looking to switch up you slow-cooker staples? Consider this lamb entree. A terrific meal-in-one, it certainly adds flair to dinnertime doldrums. A splash of lmeon juice and zesty lemon peel complement the flavors of fresh spinach and feta cheese.-Dan Kelmenson, West Bloomfield, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 8h30m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 boneless lamb shoulder roast (3 pounds)
3 tablespoons lemon juice
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 package (16 ounces) orzo pasta
2 packages (9 ounces each) fresh spinach, torn divided
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Cut roast in half. Place in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Drizzle with lemon juice. Sprinkle with the garlic, oregano, lemon zest and salt. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until meat is tender. , Cook orzo according to package directions. Remove lamb from slow cooker. Shred meat with two forks; set aside and keep warm. , Skim fat from cooking juices if necessary; return 1 cup cooking juices to slow cooker. Add one package of spinach. Cook on high for 5-10 minutes or until spinach is wilted. Drain orzo; add to spinach mixture. Stir in reserved meat and 1/2 cup feta cheese. , To serve, arrange remaining fresh spinach on nine individual plates. Top with lamb mixture. Sprinkle each with remaining feta cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 105mg cholesterol, Sodium 333mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 41g protein.

LAMB WITH SPINACH AND ORZO



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Make and share this Lamb With Spinach and Orzo recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h51m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lb boneless lamb shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 cup chopped yellow onion
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
2 1/2 cups chicken stock or 2 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon salt
fresh ground black pepper
3/4 cup uncooked orzo pasta
12 ounces cooked fresh spinach, chopped (or one 10-ounce package frozen chopped spinach thawed and squeezed dry)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 cup pitted kalamata olive
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • In a large soup pot over medium heat, let the oil get warmed.
  • Add in lamb, onion, and garlic; stir/saute for about 5 minutes or until meat is browned and veggies are tender.
  • Stir in oregano and cumin; cook 1 minute.
  • Add in stock, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil.
  • Lower heat to med-low and simmer, covered, for 1 hour or until meat is tender.
  • Add in orzo; bring to a boil; lower heat and simmer, about 15 minutes or until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  • Add in spinach, lemon juice, and olives; stir to mix well and cook about 10 minutes or until heated through.
  • Divide into individual plates and sprinkle with feta cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385.7, Fat 22.2, SaturatedFat 8.8, Cholesterol 63, Sodium 553.3, Carbohydrate 25.6, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 3.7, Protein 20.9

SPINACH ORZO



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So-good-for-you orzo, flavored with spinach, carrot, basil and Parmesan, is just the right mix for a tasty dinner fix!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 37m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 teaspoons margarine
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 small carrot, coarsely shredded (1/2 cup)
1 carton (32 oz) Progresso™ chicken broth (4 cups)
2 cups uncooked orzo or rosamarina pasta (12 ounces)
3 cups thinly sliced fresh spinach
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves or 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Melt margarine in 3-quart saucepan over medium heat. Cook garlic and carrot in margarine about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until carrot is tender.
  • Stir in broth, pasta and spinach. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until broth is absorbed. Stir in remaining ingredients before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 400 mg

GREEK LAMB WITH SPINACH AND ORZO



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One of my very favorite recipes (can't recall where I got it anymore)... easy and so delicious! Even non-lamb eaters like this one. This reheats very well. I serve it with a salad and pita bread.

Provided by anni703

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 8h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 boneless leg of lamb (approx. 3-4 lb.)
1 tablespoon dried oregano, crushed
1 tablespoon finely shredded lemon peel
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 (10 ounce) bag of prewashed fresh spinach, chopped
5 cups cooked orzo pasta
4 ounces crumbled feta cheese (I use a lot more)
1/2 cup pine nuts (to garnish) (optional)

Steps:

  • Trim fat from meat. Cut to fit into 3.5-6Qt. slow cooker. Combine oregano, lemon peel, garlic, and salt in small bowl. Sprinkle evenly over lamb and rub lightly. Place lamb in crockpot. Sprinkle with lemon juice.
  • Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high 4-5 hours.
  • Remove lamb, discard fat, chop meat and set aside. Add spinach to cooker (with juices), stirring until spinach is wilted. Add cooked orzo, feta, and lamb; stir to mix.
  • A sprinkling of toasted pine nuts (pignoli) is a nice touch.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72.4, Fat 4.5, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 17.8, Sodium 362.2, Carbohydrate 4.7, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 1.4, Protein 4.6

LAMB, SPINACH, AND COUSCOUS SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Lamb     Stew     Lunch     Spinach     Fall     Winter     Couscous     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 11 cups, serving 6 as a main course

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 1/2 pounds lamb necks
1 large onion, chopped coarse
2 large garlic cloves, minced
4 quarts (16 cups) water
2 cups beef broth
1/2 cup dry red wine
2 parsley sprigs
1 1/2 cups sliced carrot
1/2 teaspoon dried mint, crumbled
1/2 teaspoon crumbled dried rosemary
1 pound spinach, coarse stems discarded and the leaves washed well and chopped coarse
1/2 cup couscous

Steps:

  • In a heavy kettle heat the oil over moderately high heat until it is hot but not smoking and in it brown the lamb necks. Add the onion and the garlic and cook the mixture, stirring, for 10 minutes, or until the onion is golden. Add the water, the broth, the wine, the parsley, and the carrot, bring the liquid to a boil, skimming the froth, and simmer the mixture, uncovered, for 2 hours. Transfer the lamb necks with tongs to a cutting board, discard the fat and bones, and chop the meat coarse. Add the meat to the kettle with the mint, the rosemary, and the spinach, bring the liquid to a boil, and add the couscous. Boil the soup, stirring, for 5 minutes, or until the couscous is tender, and season it with salt and pepper.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh spinach. If you only have frozen spinach, thaw it and squeeze out as much water as possible before using.
  • Brown the lamb in a large pot over medium-high heat. This will help to develop its flavor and prevent it from becoming tough.
  • Add the onion, celery, and carrots to the pot and cook until they are softened, about 5 minutes. This will add flavor and texture to the soup.
  • Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute more. Garlic adds a savory flavor to the soup.
  • Add the broth, tomatoes, and orzo to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the orzo is cooked through.
  • Stir in the spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Spinach adds a boost of nutrients and color to the soup.
  • Season the soup with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste. You can also add other seasonings, such as dried oregano or basil, if desired.
  • Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley or grated Parmesan cheese.

Conclusion:

This spinach, lamb, and orzo soup is a hearty and flavorful meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover lamb. With its combination of protein, vegetables, and grains, this soup is a complete and satisfying meal. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy-to-make soup, give this recipe a try.

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