Garbanzo Spinach Soup

Ingredients

1 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced

2 thinly sliced green onions

4 cups vege broth

2 cups water

¾ cups uncooked orzo

1 Tbsp. grated lemon rind

1 can no-salt-added chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained

1 Tbsp. chopped fresh oregano

1 Tbsp. lemon juice

Pinch salt

6 oz. fresh baby spinach

Directions:

Heat a large saucepan over high heat. Add olive oil to pan; swirl to coat.

Add garlic and onions; sauté 30 seconds, stirring constantly.

Add broth and 2 cups water; bring to a boil.

Add orzo, lemon rind, and chickpeas. Cover and cook 10 minutes or until orzo is done.

Stir in remaining ingredients.

Makes 4 bowls.