This vegan version of avgolemono is a luscious, aromatic soup that takes inspiration from a classic Greek dish. Filled with flavour and plant-based protein, it can be prepared in just a little over 30 minutes, making it a delightful meal that will surprise everyone with its vegan goodness.
Avgolemono is a Greek term pronounced as “ahv-go-LE-mono,” which directly translates to “egg-lemon,” with “avgo” representing “egg” in Greek, and “lemoni” signifying, as you may have guessed, “lemon.” Interestingly, avgolemono serves as both a soup and a sauce.


Ingredients
- 2 tbsp extra virgin Mediterranean olive oil
- 2 small white onions
- 4 garlic cloves,
- 1 medium carrot
- 2 celery stalks
- ½ tbsp oregano
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
- 1 x 400 g can chickpeas
- 1 litre vegetable stock
- 125 g orzo (pasta that looks like rice but is actually pasta)
- Juice of 1 large lemon
- 2 tbsp tahini
- 125 g baby spinach
- ½ bunch fresh dill
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté the onion, carrot, and celery over medium heat for 8-10 minutes.
- Combine tahini and lemon juice with two tablespoons of vegetable stock, then set aside.
- Introduce garlic, oregano, and fresh thyme to the pot, cooking for an additional minute.
- Incorporate chickpeas and vegetable stock, bringing the mixture to a boil.
- Add orzo, reduce the heat, and simmer for 10 minutes or until the orzo is al dente.
- Mix in the tahini mixture, baby spinach, and dill, simmering for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Season to taste and serve alone or with crusty bread.
