Boasting a perfect balance of high-protein goodness and fiber-rich ingredients, this soup is a wholesome delight for those seeking a fulfilling and nutritious meal. Savor every spoonful of a soul-soothing concoction that combines a quick meal with a mouth-watering taste in a bowl of pure deliciousness.
Velvety Lemon Chicken Soup
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 carrot, cubed
1/2 C yellow onion, chopped
2 tsp garlic, minced
3/4 tsp red pepper flakes
6 C unsalted chicken or veggie broth
1/2 C uncooked whole wheat orzo
3 large eggs
1/4 C fresh lemon juice
3 C cooked chicken, chopped
3 C baby spinach
3/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
How to make it
Heat olive oil in a soup pot.
Add onion and carrot, and cook for 8 minutes until soft.
Add garlic and red pepper flakes and cook for 1 minute.
Add broth, and bring to a boil.
Add orzo and cook for 6 minutes.
Meanwhile, whisk eggs and lemon juice in a medium bowl.
Take 1 C of the soup and pour slowly into the egg mixture. Whisk constantly to temper the eggs, about 1 minute.
Gradually pour the egg mixture into the soup and combine.
Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in chicken, spinach, salt and pepper.
Makes 6 servings. Takes 25 minutes.
In 2 Cups of soup, you have:
40g protein
25g carbs
6g fiber
12g fat
Approx. 400 calories