Delicious Arborio Spinach Rice Soup for Cozy Nights
Discover the comforting flavors of our Arborio Spinach Rice Soup Recipe, a creamy delight perfect for cozy nights and easy to prepare in under an hour.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- grated Parmesan cheese optional
- nutmeg optional
- lemon zest optional
Instructions
- Rinse Arborio rice under cold water and set aside.
- Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
- Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
- Sauté chopped onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in Arborio rice and toast for 2-3 minutes.
- Gradually add vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Stir in fresh spinach leaves until wilted.
- Season with salt, pepper, and optional spices.
- Serve hot with optional Parmesan cheese garnish.