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Mediterranean-Inspired Wonton Soup


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  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

  • This Mediterranean-Inspired Wonton Soup is a flavorful fusion dish that combines the delicate texture of wontons with bold Mediterranean ingredients like feta, spinach, lemon, and oregano. Light yet satisfying, this soup is packed with herbs, lean protein, and fresh veggies — perfect for a cozy lunch or healthy dinner.

Ingredients

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  • For the Wontons:

    • 2530 wonton wrappers

    • 1/2 lb ground chicken or turkey

    • 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese

    • 1/2 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped

    • 1 garlic clove, minced

    • 1 tablespoon red onion, finely minced

    • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)

    • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

    • Zest of 1/2 lemon

    • Salt and pepper to taste

    • Water (for sealing wrappers)

    For the Broth:

    • 6 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil

    • 1 garlic clove, minced

    • 1/2 small onion, thinly sliced

    • 1 cup zucchini or yellow squash, diced

    • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

    • Juice of 1 lemon (to taste)

    • Salt and pepper to taste

    • Fresh parsley or dill, for garnish


Instructions

  1. Make the Wonton Filling:
    In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, feta, chopped spinach, garlic, red onion, parsley, oregano, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix until fully incorporated.

  2. Assemble the Wontons:
    Place a wonton wrapper on a flat surface. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of filling into the center. Moisten the edges with water, fold diagonally to form a triangle, then seal the edges firmly. Fold the two corners together and pinch to seal (optional for traditional wonton shape). Repeat with remaining filling and wrappers.

  3. Cook the Broth:
    In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, and sauté until fragrant (about 2–3 minutes). Add diced zucchini and cook for 2–3 minutes more. Pour in the broth and bring to a gentle boil.

  4. Add Wontons:
    Gently place the wontons into the simmering broth. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 5–7 minutes, or until the wontons float and the meat is fully cooked.

  5. Finish the Soup:
    Stir in lemon juice and cherry tomatoes. Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for an additional minute, then remove from heat.

  6. Serve:
    Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley or dill. Serve hot with a wedge of lemon on the side for extra brightness.

Notes

  • You can freeze assembled wontons before cooking — just place them on a baking sheet in a single layer until frozen, then transfer to a bag. Add a few extra minutes when cooking from frozen.

  • Add a dash of crushed red pepper for heat, or kalamata olives (sliced) for more Mediterranean flair.

  • For a vegetarian version, use ricotta or chickpeas instead of ground meat and veggie broth.

  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Boiling, Mixing
  • Cuisine: Fusion, Mediterranean-Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: ~6 wontons + broth
  • Calories: 310
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 720 mg
  • Fat: 13g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg