Skorthzoumi Greek Garlic Soup

Experience the comforting warmth of traditional Skorthzoumi, a rustic Greek garlic soup that’s as simple as it is satisfying. This velvety, garlic-forward dish combines humble yet flavorful ingredients like tender simmered garlic, day-old bread, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, blended to creamy perfection. Balanced with a splash of white wine vinegar and seasoned with salt and pepper, this classic Greek recipe delivers bold, earthy flavors with minimal effort. Ready in just 30 minutes, Skorthzoumi is both a quick meal solution and a delicious homage to Mediterranean culinary traditions. Garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and served with crusty bread, it’s the ultimate cozy soup for garlic lovers. Perfect as an appetizer or a light main dish, this one-pot recipe is a celebration of simplicity and rich, nourishing flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 pieces garlic cloves
• 200 grams stale bread (day-old, crust removed)
• 60 milliliters extra virgin olive oil
• 30 milliliters white wine vinegar
• 1 liter water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the garlic cloves and chop them roughly.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, heat the water over medium heat until it begins to simmer.

Step 3

Add the chopped garlic to the simmering water and cook for about 10 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 4

While the garlic is cooking, tear the stale bread into small chunks and set them aside.

Step 5

Using a blender or immersion blender, puree the cooked garlic and water until smooth.

Step 6

Return the garlic puree to the saucepan and add the stale bread pieces. Stir and let the bread soak and soften for about 5 minutes.

Step 7

Add the olive oil, white wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir until everything is well combined.

Step 8

Cook the soup over low heat for another 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the bread dissolves and the soup reaches a creamy consistency.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or vinegar if needed.

Step 10

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired. Serve warm with additional bread on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1337.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1057.9

Total Fat 62.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3396.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 108.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.8g	0%
Total Sugars 6.7g
Protein 21.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 243.7mg	0%
Iron 6.2mg	0%
Potassium 337.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.9%

Protein: 8.0%

Carbs: 40.1%