Quick and Easy Homemade Rice Soup

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sauté onion, carrots, and celery for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cumin, coriander, black pepper, and thyme. Cook for 30 seconds to bloom the spices.

Add low-sodium chicken broth and bring to a boil.

Microwave Minute Rice Cup for 60 seconds, then stir into pot. Add parsley. Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 2 minutes.

Add Celtic sea salt to taste (if using low-sodium broth).

Turn off heat, add lemon juice or zest (optional), and adjust seasoning if needed.

Serve hot and enjoy!