Vegetarian Greek Lemon Soup (Avgolemono)

Bright, zesty, and comforting, this Vegetarian Greek Lemon Soup (Avgolemono) is a plant-based twist on the classic Mediterranean recipe. Made with creamy eggs and tangy fresh lemon juice, this soup achieves its signature velvety texture without any dairy. Hearty white rice, tender baby spinach, and aromatic vegetables like carrots, celery, and onions transform this dish into a satisfying meal that's both light and nourishing. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or an elegant starter, this vegetarian Avgolemono comes together in just under an hour. Serve it piping hot with a garnish of lemon wedges for an extra burst of citrus flavor and enjoy a taste of Greece in every spoonful.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 0.5 cup uncooked white rice
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 medium celery stalks, diced
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 whole bay leaf
• 3 whole lemons, juiced
• 3 large eggs
• 2 cups baby spinach
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables begin to soften, about 5 to 7 minutes.

Step 3

Add the vegetable broth, bay leaf, and rice to the pot. Bring to a boil.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender.

Step 5

Remove the bay leaf and discard it.

Step 6

In a medium bowl, beat the eggs. Gradually whisk in the lemon juice until fully combined.

Step 7

Slowly ladle 1 cup of the hot soup (broth only) into the egg and lemon mixture, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from curdling.

Step 8

Turn off the heat under the pot. Slowly stir the tempered egg mixture back into the pot of soup.

Step 9

Add the baby spinach to the soup and stir until the spinach wilts.

Step 10

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 11

Serve the soup hot, garnished with extra lemon wedges if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2190.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1397.6

Total Fat 42.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.6g
Cholesterol 558mg	0%
Sodium 4957.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 205.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.1g	0%
Total Sugars 36.8g
Protein 56.0g	0%

Vitamin D 123IU	0%
Calcium 478.8mg	0%
Iron 13.5mg	0%
Potassium 3787.7mg	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: 26.5%

Protein: 15.7%

Carbs: 57.7%