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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Looking for a refreshing and unique addition to your summer meals? Look no further than our Chilled and Dilled Avgolemono Soup! This delightful dish is not only vegetarian, but also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a perfect option for a variety of dietary preferences. With a light yet satisfying profile, it beautifully blends the flavors of lemon and dill, transporting your taste buds to the sunny Mediterranean.

This chilled soup is crafted with tender long-grain white rice simmered in a rich chicken broth, creating a creamy texture without any dairy. The addition of fresh lemon juice brings a zesty brightness, while the dill adds an aromatic touch that elevates this dish to something truly special. Enjoy it as a starter, a refreshing snack, or even as an antipasto during your next gathering. The versatility of this soup means it can be served at any time of the day.

Ready in just 1500 minutes, it can be prepared a couple of days in advance, allowing you to enjoy the stunning flavors without the last-minute stress. Each bowl contains only 96 calories, making it a guilt-free option that doesn’t compromise on taste. Dive into the culinary tradition of Greek avgolemono with a modern twist that your friends and family will rave about!

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