• prep: 15 min
• cook: 45 min
• total: 1 hr

servings:

A recipe for Domatosoupa Me Kritharaki (Greek Tomato Soup with Orzo)! This easy soup is packed with vegetables and orzo for a delicious summertime meal.

• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 medium onion (chopped)
• 1 celery stalk (chopped)
• 4 cloves garlic (crushed)
• 2 3/4 pounds tomatoes (diced)
• 4 cups vegetable broth or water
• 1/4 cup fresh basil (plus more for garnish)
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt (to taste)
• Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
• 1/2-1 cup dried Orzo pasta
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
• Crumbled/grated Kefalotyri Cheese (for serving, or Mizithra, Feta, or cheese of choice)

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