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Italian-Inspired 'Sausage' & Orzo Soup

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45 min

Main

Soup

Budget-friendly

This soup was inspired by Italian wedding soup. Italian wedding soup is a traditional Italian-American soup made with a flavorful broth, meatballs, vegetables, and often some form of pasta. Despite its name, the soup isn't customary at Italian weddings; rather, the term "wedding" is believed to refer to the harmonious marriage of flavours in the dish. We took a vegan spin on that classic and created a hearty and comforting soup, loaded with veggies and topped with vegan sausage, that can be enjoyed as a starter or a main course.

Servings

Total

45 min

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

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What others say


Brigitte - March 20, 2025, 4:37 p.m.

So good. Shortcut, toss it all in a pot and cook 12-15 minutes. Add spinach at end


Chrysiida - Jan. 14, 2025, 5:58 p.m.

This soup is so delicious! It is an excellent choice for the colder months and I am so glad I made it just in time as the temperature begun dropping! It has to be one of my favorites because it is so filling above all else!


Leah - Jan. 1, 2025, 4:50 a.m.

Tasty! I like the savoriness and fat the sausage added. I used about 1/4 head of cabbage instead of endive per the PUL Team reply on someone else’s comment. I ended up adding an extra 2 cups of water.


Elin - Dec. 9, 2024, 11:13 a.m.

So delicious!


Andrea Ruiz - Dec. 5, 2024, 11:07 p.m.

Just did this one :3 cozy and yummy


A Southern Imperfect Vegan - Sept. 24, 2024, 12:11 a.m.

This is my second time making this soup, will stay on dinner rotation during the fall months


Natasha - April 22, 2024, 11:39 a.m.

Any recommendation for a replacement for the endive please?

PUL small logo PUL Team - April 22, 2024, 8:59 p.m.

Hi Natasha! You can leave out the endive or use sliced napa cabbage or radicchio instead. These offer a similar texture and slight bitterness 😊


Samantha - March 2, 2024, 9:17 p.m.

Yet another delicious pick from the PUL crew. Very easy to make and very tasty! Family enjoyed ☺️


Nova - Feb. 12, 2024, 8:23 p.m.

This was a 10/10 recepie!!! Im so impressed as usual! 😍 The flavors were on point!

This is the 30th recepie i make with this app and I just wanna say it has been a life changing experience for me. I recently moved out of my parents house and have had to learn to cook for myself. This app has been my rescue! It has completely transformed my cooking skills, and given me so much inspiration. Thanks to this app I can truly say I enjoy cooking!! 🥹 Big thank you to the team - you are amazing! ❤️

PUL small logo PUL Team - Feb. 13, 2024, 12:19 a.m.

Wow thank for sharing 30 culinary adventures with us, Nova! We're so thrilled that the orzo soup was enjoyed, and are excited to continue this journey together 🤗


Dacia Benson - Feb. 6, 2024, 6:31 p.m.

This soup is really delicious! I made a couple of small changes including frying the mirepoix for about 10 mins on low with the dried herbs. Then I added another teaspoon at the end. I mixed in fresh parsley and basil and the end and chefs kiss 😚

Dacia Benson - Feb. 6, 2024, 6:33 p.m.

Also I used Italian pasata which elevated it

PUL small logo PUL Team - Feb. 7, 2024, 1:45 a.m.

Oooo this sounds incredible, Dacia! 🤌


Sylvia Rodriguez - Jan. 21, 2024, 10:39 p.m.

This is my first time using any sort of vegan sausage and making a "soup" recipe from PUL, I'm a lover of curries and have stuck to those recipes for awhile now. This was so delicious! I did not have any Italian spice but used red pepper flakes, thyme powder, salt, oregano, and garlic powder. Truly, very delicious!

PUL small logo PUL Team - Jan. 21, 2024, 11:06 p.m.

Aw we're so happy to hear this new experience was enjoyed, Sylvia! Thanks for the insight on the spices as well 😃


Helen - Jan. 11, 2024, 7:32 p.m.

Wow! Really good, simple to make & a total winner with the kids 👍


Iben Braeckevelt - Jan. 9, 2024, 7:13 p.m.

Nice one


Laura - Jan. 3, 2024, 6:17 p.m.

Really loved it! Ate waaaay too much because it was sooo yummy 😍


Julia - Dec. 31, 2023, 10:53 a.m.

Hi PUL, I absolutely love this app and I have recommended it to my fam and friends. Just cooked this recipe for the fam after . We think the taste is a bit bland … so would suggest to fry the spices with the onions and garlics for a stronger flavor :)

PUL small logo PUL Team - Jan. 3, 2024, 6:23 a.m.

Hey Julia, aw we're so happy you're enjoying the app and thanks for taking the time to share the feedback with this soup. Frying the spices is a lovely idea. In case it helps, the vegetable bouillon cubes and vegan sausages help elevate the flavour of the soup in case either of these were reduced or cut out. Different brands of bouillon and vegan sausages can also vary significantly in taste, so trying a different brand may also help 🤗


Jacqueline Reyna - Dec. 22, 2023, 11:33 p.m.

Perfect for a cold rainy day.


Lini - Dec. 15, 2023, 10:45 p.m.

Such a comforting soup to have during the cold season! Easy to make too. Loved it!


Pam S. - Dec. 13, 2023, 7:20 p.m.

Very simple. Easy to. Adapt quantities to big a family. And delicious !


Juliette Prosser - Dec. 12, 2023, 7:23 p.m.

I haven't actually tried this, but my partner made it for his friends at the weekend, and it was very popular (with vegans and non-vegans). So much so, that one of his friends signed up for the app before he left that evening 😊

PUL small logo PUL Team - Dec. 12, 2023, 8:34 p.m.

Aw this is a huge compliment, Juliette, thanks so much for sharing the recipe and love! We're excited to continue this culinary journey together 🤗


Melanie - Dec. 8, 2023, 10:32 p.m.

Even without the sausage, which I couldn't find, the soup was very comfy and delicious 😋

PUL small logo PUL Team - Dec. 9, 2023, 6:37 a.m.

So happy to hear, Melanie, thank you! 😃


Darla - Dec. 4, 2023, 10:06 p.m.

It was very easy to make. The favor was very mild. Must have the vegan sausage!


Pamela Quade - Dec. 2, 2023, 8:14 p.m.

Lekker! I loved it. Easy to make. Perfect for cold winter days.


Ellis - Dec. 2, 2023, 8:13 p.m.

So comfy and filling. Perfect for those cold and grey days.


Baptiste Theobald - Dec. 1, 2023, 8:18 p.m.

Easy to make and perfect for a cold winter night.
Thank you for this amazing recipe !


Kora - Nov. 30, 2023, 1:29 a.m.

Quick and simple week night dinner


SoSo - Nov. 26, 2023, 11:32 a.m.

Easy to make and so delicious !! Everybody take it again ! 😄


Nikki - Nov. 22, 2023, 3:47 a.m.

This was a hit! Even the non-vegans loved it!


louise - Nov. 9, 2023, 10:06 p.m.

Doubled garlic and a sausage per serving makes this more filling


Rob - Nov. 6, 2023, 10:03 p.m.

Loved this so much! It's super easy and so tasty. The slight bitterness from the endive works really well - I'd never have thought to use it this way! I have some leftover for lunch tomorrow, and I'm already thinking about it 😂


daphne - Nov. 2, 2023, 4:36 p.m.

Lovely and heartwarming easy dinner, loved it! Made it without the endives but still very good!


Cade - Nov. 2, 2023, 8:46 a.m.

Such a comforting soup for autumn 🍂 the whole family devoured it!