Lemon Soup

Guide Note

Lemon Soup is a type of dish made from the juice of lemons and may include a variety of additional ingredients such as eggs, chicken, beans, fish, or avocado.

Fast Facts

1. Can be served hot or cold
2. Simple preparation
3. Avgolemono is a common Greek lemon soup
4. Excellent first course
5. Traditional holiday meal

Lemon soup is a traditional holiday staple which is renowned for its simplicity to prepare and it's robust flavor. The dish is considered a versatile, light, appetizer and an excellent first course. Common ingredients include chicken broth, eggs, lemon juice, orzo, and black pepper. The most common lemon soup is Avgolemono soup, which originated in Greece. More extravagant variations include asparagus lemon soup which uses a white wine and asparagus and artichoke lemon soup which includes artichokes, olive oil, and butter.