Chilled and Dilled Avgolemono Soup

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Chilled and Dilled Avgolemono Soup
1500 min.
4
96kcal

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Welcome to a refreshing culinary experience with our Chilled and Dilled Avgolemono Soup! This delightful dish is perfect for those warm days when you crave something light yet satisfying. With its vibrant flavors and creamy texture, this soup is a wonderful way to enjoy a classic Greek recipe while adhering to vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets.

Imagine a bowl of silky smooth soup, infused with the bright notes of fresh lemon and the aromatic essence of dill. The combination of tender rice and the richness of eggs creates a comforting base that is both nourishing and invigorating. This chilled version of avgolemono is not only a feast for the palate but also a feast for the eyes, with its beautiful presentation enhanced by the vibrant green of scallions and dill.

Whether served as a starter, a light snack, or part of an antipasti spread, this soup is sure to impress your guests and elevate any meal. Plus, it can be prepared in advance, making it a convenient option for entertaining or meal prep. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to whip up a bowl of this delightful chilled soup that will transport you straight to the sunny shores of Greece!

Ingredients

  • cups chicken broth 
  • tablespoons optional: dill chopped
  • large eggs 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.3 cup rice long-grain white
  •  spring onion green thinly sliced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • whisk
  • sieve
  • blender
  • wooden spoon
  • kitchen thermometer

Directions

  1. Simmer stock and rice in a heavy medium saucepan, covered, until rice is very tender, about 30 minutes. Purée mixture in a blender (use caution when blending hot liquids).
  2. Whisk eggs together in a medium bowl. Gradually whisk in hot stock mixture. Return to saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until soup registers 170°F on an instant-read thermometer.
  3. Strain soup through a fine-mesh sieve into a metal bowl. Stir in lemon juice, then quick-chill in an ice bath, stirring occasionally, until cold. Stir in scallion, dill, and salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Soup can be made 2 days ahead and chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Calories96kcal
Protein23.48%
Fat28.24%
Carbs48.28%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.05
Glycemic Load
5.61
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
5.2399999628896%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.55mg
Hesperetin
1.63mg
Naringenin
0.16mg
Isorhamnetin
0.09mg
Kaempferol
0.07mg
Quercetin
0.47mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:95.57kcal
4.78%
Fat:2.98g
4.59%
Saturated Fat:0.84g
5.25%
Carbohydrates:11.47g
3.82%
Net Carbohydrates:11.2g
4.07%
Sugar:1.47g
1.63%
Cholesterol:97.7mg
32.57%
Sodium:908.64mg
39.51%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.58g
11.16%
Vitamin B2:0.26mg
15.49%
Selenium:10.39µg
14.84%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.48%
Phosphorus:74.34mg
7.43%
Vitamin C:5.09mg
6.17%
Vitamin K:6.3µg
6%
Vitamin B5:0.54mg
5.39%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.79%
Vitamin B12:0.27µg
4.49%
Folate:17.15µg
4.29%
Iron:0.76mg
4.23%
Zinc:0.63mg
4.21%
Copper:0.08mg
4.16%
Vitamin B3:0.75mg
3.74%
Vitamin A:185.72IU
3.71%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.44%
Vitamin D:0.5µg
3.33%
Potassium:111.44mg
3.18%
Calcium:29.89mg
2.99%
Vitamin E:0.4mg
2.68%
Magnesium:9.63mg
2.41%
Fiber:0.27g
1.07%
Source:Epicurious