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Mediterranean Shrimp Soup

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
A flavorful and hearty soup combining shrimp, scallops, fresh vegetables, and herbs, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

Sea Scallops

  • 8 oz Sea Scallops, side muscles removed (optional)
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Black pepper
  • 3 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil (divided)
  • 1.5 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 pc green bell pepper (cored, chopped)
  • 1 pc red bell pepper (cored, chopped)
  • 1 medium yellow onion (chopped)
  • 6 cloves garlic (peeled, minced)
  • 3 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano (divided)
  • 7 cups low-sodium broth (vegetable or chicken)
  • 3 large tomatoes (diced (canned diced tomato will work))
  • 1 cup orzo pasta (whole wheat preferred)
  • 6 oz baby spinach
  • 1 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves
  • 1 cup chopped fresh dill (stems removed)
  • 1 pc lemon (juice of)
  • to taste Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions 

  • Pat scallops dry, season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in skillet, sear scallops 1.5 min per side until golden, set aside.
  • Add more oil, sear shrimp 2 min per side, set aside.
  • In a pot, heat 1 tbsp olive oil, cook peppers, onions, garlic, tomato paste, and oregano for 5 min.
  • Add broth and tomatoes, boil 3-5 min, then add orzo and cook 8 min until tender.
  • Stir in spinach, parsley, dill, lemon juice, then add scallops and shrimp to warm through. Adjust seasoning and serve.

Notes

Use fresh herbs for the best flavor and serve with crusty bread.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: shrimp