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Greek Egg and Lemon Soup

Silky Greek Egg and Lemon Soup: Your Comfort Food Fix

A comforting Greek Egg and Lemon Soup, or Avgolemono, boasting a silky texture and zesty flavor, perfect for any meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 6 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth for best results, consider using homemade broth.
  • 1 cup Medium-Grain White Rice (Valencia or Arborio) substitute with cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
For the Egg Mixture
  • 3 large Eggs separated
  • 3 tablespoons Fresh-Squeezed Lemon Juice adjust for extra zest as desired.
  • 1 lemon Lemon Zest from 1 lemon.
Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper
For the Garnish
  • to taste Fresh Dill or Parsley for garnish.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, bring 6 cups of low-sodium chicken broth to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the medium-grain white rice and reduce to a gentle simmer for 15-20 minutes until tender.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk 3 large eggs until frothy, then add the yolks, continuing to whisk until pale and creamy.
  3. Gradually drizzle in ½ cup of the hot broth while whisking continuously to temper the eggs. Whisk in the fresh-squeezed lemon juice.
  4. Once the rice is tender, remove from heat and stir the egg mixture gradually into the pot.
  5. Fold in the lemon zest, season with salt and pepper, and garnish with dill or parsley.
  6. Ladle into warm bowls and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 210mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh lemon juice and eggs for the best flavor. Adjust seasoning to personal preference and reheat gently if needed.

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