Vegan Magiritsa

Transform your Easter table with this hearty and nourishing Vegan Magiritsa, a plant-based twist on the traditional Greek Easter soup. Bursting with earthy flavors from a medley of portobello and shiitake mushrooms, and vibrant freshness from leafy greens, dill, and parsley, this vegan recipe offers a satisfying complexity without sacrificing authenticity. Simmered in a savory vegetable broth with tender short-grain rice and brightened with zesty lemon juice and zest, this dish is both refreshing and comforting. Whether you're observing Lent or simply craving a vibrant, wholesome soup, this Vegan Magiritsa is the perfect centerpiece for a flavorful and cruelty-free holiday feast. Ready in just 50 minutes, it serves as a nourishing, soul-warming dish for four.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 4 stalks spring onions, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 200 grams portobello mushrooms, chopped
• 100 grams shiitake mushrooms, chopped
• 200 grams leafy greens (spinach or chicory), chopped
• 1 bunch dill, chopped
• 1 bunch fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 liter vegetable broth
• 100 grams short-grain rice
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the sliced spring onions and minced garlic, cooking for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the chopped portobello and shiitake mushrooms to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until they release their juices and begin to brown, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Mix in the chopped leafy greens, dill, and parsley. Cook until the greens are wilted, about 3 minutes.

Step 6

Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to a simmer and stir in the rice, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

Cover and cook for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender.

Step 9

Adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed before serving.

Step 10

Ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1935.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	998.4

Total Fat 39.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4968.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 138.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.4g	0%
Total Sugars 29.5g
Protein 37.6g	0%

Vitamin D 165.6IU	0%
Calcium 639.9mg	0%
Iron 18.4mg	0%
Potassium 4907.6mg	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: 33.7%

Protein: 14.1%

Carbs: 52.2%