Lemon Rice Soup
Bright, zesty, and comforting, Lemon Rice Soup is the perfect fusion of simple ingredients and bold flavors. This silky, Mediterranean-inspired dish combines the richness of velvety eggs, the tangy brightness of freshly squeezed lemons, and the hearty bite of tender long-grain rice, all simmered in a soothing chicken broth. Enhanced with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this creamy soup is a feast for both the taste buds and the soul. It’s quick to prepare in under 40 minutes and makes a wholesome, refreshing option for lunch or dinner. Ideal for fans of Greek cuisine and citrus-forward recipes, Lemon Rice Soup is sure to become a family favorite for its balance of nourishing warmth and vibrant zing.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 3 whole large eggs
- 2 whole lemons
- 0.5 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Pour the chicken broth and water into a large pot and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, add the rice, reduce the heat to a simmer, and cover the pot. Let it cook for about 20 minutes or until the rice is tender.
While the rice is cooking, crack the eggs into a mixing bowl. Beat them lightly.
Juice the two lemons and set the juice aside. You should have about 1/2 cup of lemon juice.
Once the rice is done, take a ladle of the hot broth from the pot and slowly whisk it into the beaten eggs to temper them. This prevents the eggs from curdling when added to the soup.
Slowly pour the egg mixture back into the pot while stirring continuously to make the soup creamy.
Add the lemon juice to the soup and season with salt and black pepper. Stir well to combine all the flavors.
Let the soup heat through for an additional 5 minutes on low heat, but do not let it come to a boil.
Remove the soup from heat and stir in the olive oil for added richness.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the soup just before serving for a fresh, herbal flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
737 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.0 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.9 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 558 mg | 186% | |
| Sodium | 5920 mg | 257% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.8 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.2 g | ||
| Protein | 44.6 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 294 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 10.5 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 1738 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
