Sardine Soup Rustic Mediterranean Sardine Soup with Garlic, Tomato, and Herbs Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 small onion, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 carrot, diced 1 celery stalk, diced 1 large tomato, chopped (or 1 cup canned diced tomatoes) 3 cups vegetable or fish broth 1 can (4 oz) sardines in olive oil (boneless preferred), drained 1 bay leaf 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional) Salt and pepper, to taste 2 tablespoons chopped parsley or cilantro Juice of half a lemon Directions: Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Sauté until softened, about 5–7 minutes. Add chopped tomato and cook until it breaks down, about 3 minutes. Pour in the broth, add bay leaf, thyme, and chili flakes (if using). Simmer for 10 minutes. Gently add sardines and cook for another 5 minutes, breaking them slightly into the soup. Remove bay leaf. Season with salt, pepper, lemon juice, and fresh herbs. Serve hot with crusty bread or a wedge of lemon. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 220 kcal | Servings: 3–4 servings #sardinesoup #mediterraneansoup #rusticmeals #cannedfishrecipes #quicklunchideas #souprecipe #sardinelove #easyfishsoup #herbygoodness #budgetfriendlymeals #fishsoupmagic #healthycomfortfood #garlicandtomsoup #oceaninspired #lightlunchideas #easyweeknightmeals #omega3boost #sardinebroth #lemonysoup #onepotmeals Don’t underestimate sardines! This rustic Sardine Soup is a flavor-packed, budget-friendly bowl of coastal comfort.

Moussaka Soup Hearty Moussaka-Inspired Soup with Eggplant, Ground Beef, and Creamy Herbs Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 lb ground beef or lamb 1 medium eggplant, peeled and diced 1 medium zucchini, diced 1 (14 oz) can crushed tomatoes 4 cups beef or vegetable broth 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice 1 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and black pepper, to taste 1/4 cup uncooked orzo or small pasta (optional) 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Grated Parmesan or kefalotyri cheese (optional topping) Directions: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3–4 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for another 30 seconds. Add ground beef or lamb and cook until browned, breaking up with a spoon. Drain excess fat if needed. Stir in eggplant and zucchini and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add crushed tomatoes, broth, cinnamon, allspice, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes, until vegetables are tender. If using orzo or pasta, add it in the last 10 minutes of cooking until tender. Stir in Greek yogurt just before serving for a creamy texture. Ladle into bowls and garnish with parsley and cheese, if desired. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes Kcal: 390 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #moussakasoup #greeksoup #eggplantsoup #comfortsoup #heartyandhealthy #groundbeefsoup #zucchiniinspired #souprecipeideas #mediterraneansoup #fusioncomfort #greekflavors #soupszn #yogurtsoup #comfortfoodbowl #easyweeknightmeal #herbalsoup #homestylecooking #moussakabowl #southernmedflavors #onepotwonder Cozy up with a bowl of Moussaka Soup — everything you love about the classic Greek dish, transformed into a hearty, spoonable delight!