My Big Scrumptious Greek Wedding Soup

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 13
My Big Scrumptious Greek Wedding Soup
in Soup

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb raw shrimp
2 egg whites
1 package feta cheese
1/4 cup parmesan cheese , grated
1 tablespoon garlic , minced
2 tablespoons cornstarch
6 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup orzo pasta , uncooked
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 can chickpeas
1 ounce fresh basil
parmesan cheese , extra to grate on top of bowls

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
350
Sugar
3g
Fat
11g
My Big Scrumptious Greek Wedding Soup is a hearty and flavorful meal that is perfect for a cold winter night. This soup is inspired by the traditional Greek dish, avgolemono, which is a soup made with chicken, rice, and a lemon-egg sauce. In this recipe, we've substituted shrimp for the chicken and added feta cheese and chickpeas to give it a unique and delicious flavor. The orzo pasta adds a bit of heartiness and makes this soup a filling meal on its own. This recipe is sure to be a family favorite and is perfect for serving to guests at your next dinner party.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, egg whites, feta cheese, parmesan cheese, garlic, and cornstarch.
2.In a large pot, heat the chicken broth until boiling. Add the orzo pasta and cook for 5 minutes.
3.Stir in the shrimp mixture, lemon juice, chickpeas, and basil.
4.Continue to cook until the shrimp are pink and cooked through, about 5 minutes.
5.Serve hot and sprinkle with extra parmesan cheese, if desired.

PROS

This soup is a hearty and flavorful meal that is perfect for a cold winter night.

The combination of shrimp, feta cheese, and chickpeas creates a unique and delicious flavor that is sure to please.

CONS

This recipe calls for raw shrimp, which can be a bit intimidating for some home cooks.

Be sure to properly clean and devein the shrimp before adding them to the soup.

Also, this soup contains pasta, which may not be suitable for those following a low-carb diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is packed with protein and fiber, making it a satisfying and filling meal.
The chickpeas in this recipe are a great source of plant-based protein and also contain fiber and a variety of essential vitamins and minerals.

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