My Big Scrumptious Greek Wedding Soup Recipe

Name: My Big Scrumptious Greek Wedding Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb raw shrimp; 2 egg whites; 1 (8 ounce) 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 (15 ounce) can chickpeas; 1 ounce fresh basil; parmesan cheese, extra to grate on top of bowls

Servings: persons

1 lb raw shrimp
2 egg whites
1 (8 ounce) 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 (15 ounce) can chickpeas
1 ounce fresh basil
parmesan cheese, extra to grate on top of bowls

1
Shell and devein the shrimp. With a towel, pat thoroughly dry. Chop in a food processor or blender. Blend in the egg whites, cheeses, garlic and cornstarch until it becomes a paste-like consistency. Roll into 1-inch balls. (Step #1 can be done in advance of meal time.).
2
In a large saucepan, heat chicken broth on high. As soon as it starts boiling, carefully drop in shrimp balls one by one. Stir in orzo, lemon juice and chick peas. The liquid will stop boiling but as soon as it starts again, reduce heat to medium. Add basil. Cook for 10 minutes or until orzo is tender.
3
Ladle soup into individual bowls and grate fresh parmesan cheese on top. Serve with warm pita bread cut in triangles.

1095

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

161

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb raw shrimp, 2 egg whites, 1 (8 ounce) package feta cheese, 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated, and more.

Yes, My Big Scrumptious Greek Wedding Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

My Big Scrumptious Greek Wedding Soup

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