Kalamata Olive Soup

Kalamata Olive Soup is a flavorful and hearty Greek dish that combines the rich taste of Kalamata olives with fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs, perfect for a healthy Paleo diet. This soup is not only satisfying but also brings a taste of the Mediterranean to your table.

Ingredients

• Kalamata olives - 150g, pitted and roughly chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Vegetable broth - 500ml
• Fresh basil - 10g, chopped
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a medium pot over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
4. Add the diced tomato and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
6. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and stir in the chopped Kalamata olives, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
7. Simmer the soup for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
8. Remove from heat and stir in the freshly chopped basil and lemon juice.
9. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy monounsaturated fats from olives, promoting heart health.
• High in antioxidants from vegetables and herbs, supporting immune function.

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