Eleni's Cypriot Sour Trahana Soup

trahana

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: couscous

Quinoa is a gluten-free alternative that adds protein.

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: ricotta cheese

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Ricotta is lower in fat and can mimic the texture.

Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in diced tomatoes and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Pour in water and vegetable broth; bring to a boil.

Add trahana and reduce heat to a simmer; cook until trahana is tender, about 10-15 minutes.

Season with salt, black pepper, and chili flakes to taste.

Stir in lemon juice and chopped parsley just before serving.

Serve hot, garnished with diced cucumber and crumbled feta cheese.

Cooking Techniques

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