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Quick Mediterranean Shrimp Soup – Light, Flavorful & Ready in 20 Minutes

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250
This vibrant shrimp soup combines fresh vegetables and herbs for a quick, healthy meal in just 20 minutes.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 diced bell pepper (any color), diced
  • 0.5 cup diced tomatoes (or 1 Tbsp tomato paste)
  • 4 cups broth (vegetable or chicken)
  • 0.5 cup orzo (or rice/quinoa for gluten-free)
  • 2 cups fresh greens (spinach or kale)
  • 2 Tbsp fresh parsley; optional 1 Tbsp dill
  • 0.5 lemon juice of ½ lemon
  • 0.5 tsp dried oregano
  • to taste salt and pepper

Instructions 

  • Heat oil in a large pot. Sear shrimp 2 min per side, then set aside.
  • Sauté onion, garlic, and bell pepper until softened, 3–4 min.
  • Add diced tomatoes or paste and oregano; cook 2 min.
  • Pour in broth and bring to simmer. Add orzo and cook 7 min.
  • Return shrimp and greens; cook 3 min until shrimp are opaque. Stir in parsley, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Rest 2–3 min before serving.

Notes

Use fresh herbs for best flavor and adjust seasoning as needed.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: shrimp