Greek Avgolemono Soup
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Greek Avgolemono Soup
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This Greek Avgolemono Soup recipe, a classic lemon rice and chicken soup, is a deliciously hearty meal that's ready in just 35 minutes! With a unique blend of comforting rice, tender chicken, and tangy lemon, all thickened with eggs, it’s a quick and easy recipe that doesn't skimp on flavor.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 3 stalks celery diced
- 5 cups chicken broth
- 2 eggs
- Juice from 2 lemons
- 1/1/2 cup rice
- 2 ½ cups shredded chicken
- 2 carrots chopped
- fresh parsley for garnish
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Instructions
- In a heavy pot, heat up 2 tablespoons of olive oil and add the onion, carrots and celery. Cook for a few minutes or until softened.
- Add the chicken broth and bring it to a boil.
- Add the rice and season with salt and pepper.
- Turn the heat to medium low and cook for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked chicken.
- To prepare the egg lemon mixture, into a bowl whisk in the eggs with the lemon juice. While whisking, add two ladles of the broth from the soup, this will temper the eggs.
- Now add the mixture to the pot, stir and remove it from the heat immediately.
- Adjust for seasoning.
- Serve in a bowl and garnish with some parsley.
Notes
- Temper the Egg Mixture: When preparing the egg mixture, it's important to temper the eggs by slowly adding hot soup to the mixture. This prevents the eggs from scrambling when you pour them into the soup.
- Rice: For a creamier texture, try using Arborio rice, a short-grain rice, instead of regular rice. This type of rice is known for its ability to absorb flavors.
- Refrigerating: If you have leftovers of this delicious dish, simply pour the soup into an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator. This classic Greek soup will keep for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Unfortunately, this Greek lemon chicken soup, or avgolemono soup, does not freeze well due to the egg mixture and orzo pasta. The texture of the soup changes when frozen and thawed, making it less appetizing.
- Reheating Instructions: When you're ready to enjoy the soup again, simply simmer it on low heat until it's heated. The flavors of the chicken, fresh dill, and lemon will still be vibrant and tasty.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
453kcal
(23%)
Carbohydrates
45g
(15%)
Protein
31g
(62%)
Fat
16g
(25%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3g
Monounsaturated Fat
8g
Trans Fat
0.01g
Cholesterol
153mg
(51%)
Sodium
1235mg
(51%)
Potassium
553mg
(16%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
5392IU
(108%)
Vitamin C
10mg
(11%)
Calcium
75mg
(8%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 453 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 453kcal | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 45g | 15% |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 153mg | 51% |
| Sodium | 1235mg | 51% |
| Potassium | 553mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 5392IU | 108% |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 75mg | 8% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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