Greek Fish Soup

Greek Fish Soup is a light and flavorful dish that captures the essence of the Mediterranean with fresh fish and aromatic herbs. This low-carb soup is perfect for a healthy meal that warms the soul.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 small, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Tomato paste - 1 tablespoon
• Fish stock - 500 ml
• Water - 250 ml
• Fresh white fish fillets (e.g., cod or haddock) - 200 grams, cut into chunks
• Dill - 1 tablespoon, chopped
• Parsley - 1 tablespoon, chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, garlic, carrot, and celery, and sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are soft.
2. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
3. Pour in the fish stock and water, then bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
4. Reduce the heat to low and add the fish chunks, dill, and parsley. Simmer for 10-12 minutes until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
5. Finish the soup with lemon juice, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
6. Serve hot, garnished with extra fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.75 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from fish, promoting heart health.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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