Kreokefali Soup

Kreokefali Soup is a traditional Greek dish that showcases the rich flavors of fresh herbs, vegetables, and tender meat, all simmered to perfection. This gluten-free soup is not only comforting but also nourishing, making it a perfect choice for any season.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Potato - 1 medium, peeled and diced
• Zucchini - 1 small, diced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Chicken breast - 200 grams, diced
• Chicken broth - 500 milliliters
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Fresh dill - 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.
2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Stir in the diced carrot, celery, potato, zucchini, and bell pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Add the diced chicken breast to the pot and cook until the chicken is lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
5. Pour in the chicken broth, bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
6. Stir in the chopped parsley, dill, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
7. Serve hot, garnished with additional herbs if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 550 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from chicken for muscle repair and growth.
• Loaded with vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.

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