Yiayia’s Tomato Feta Soup
My brother and I grew up with this soup, made constantly by my mom and yiayia (grandmother). Now my teens ask for it by name all the time – one of their favorites since they were little.
This soup possesses a few simple ingredients that are fresh and delicious. When you add the feta in at the end to somewhat soften and partially melt it, that is by far, the best part of this dish. I also recommend adding some shredded cooked chicken or chickpeas for added protein!
It is important to use a small size pasta like orzo or hilopites/xilopites, which are basically small flat squares. Orzo is easy to find, where hilopites you will find in your local Greek store. Any small pasta will work here – I have also used those small circles/rings and loved the look of it even more.
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Tomato Feta Soup
Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- 4 cups vegetable broth (or use more water)
- 2 medium tomatoes, quartered
- 2 tbs olive oil
- salt + pepper to taste
- 3/4 cup orzo pasta (or any small pasta)
- 3/4 block feta cheese, chopped or crumbled
Instructions
- To a large pot, add the water, vegetable broth, quartered tomatoes, oil, salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil and cook for 5 minutes on medium low heat.
- Next add your pasta, stir and cover the pot. Cook for 20 to 25 minutes or until pasta is al dente. Stir occasionally. Shut off the heat, remove your pot from the burner and throw in the crumbled feta.
Soooo delicious! Easy to make. I actually used some homemade chicken stock instead of vegetable broth because that was all I had and it turned out amazing.
Hi Linda, That sounds amazing with homemade chicken stock! I’m glad you enjoyed and thank you for taking the time to rate and comment!
How much is 3/4 block of feta?
Hi Becca,
its approximately 5.25 ounces, I just eyeball the feta block and cut 75% of it. Enjoy the soup!
Thank you – I was wondering the same thing. This soup sounds delicious!! I’ve already made your Broccoli Feta Soup and my husband and I both loved it!
Thanks for this great recipe! Delicious soup recipe with our ripe heirloom tomatoes from the garden! Yum! Also added lemon.
Question: do I wait to put the feta in the bowls or put in the pot? Is it better to wait just before serving to add the feta? Does it get weird when there’s leftovers?
HI Meryl, If you’re planning on having leftovers, I would not add all the feta to the pot no. Instead I would add to each bowl as you stated but try to do it while the soup is really hot, that way the feta will melt – love love it that way!
thanks, in germany here the block feta is aktually 150g/5,29 ounces.
Today we try this soup. the broccoli-feta soup is a random dish here😍.
I saw this on your Instagram and had a few old tomatoes that needed to be eaten. Didn’t know that such a simple recipe could be SO delicious! A hearty soup great for warming up the soul. Thank you for sharing it! Greetings from Berlin 🙂
Hi Lilly in Berlin! I grew up on this soup and I’m always extra happy when people make this one and LOVE it! Cheers!
Could this soup be frozen? (maybe before feta is added)
I am the only one who eats soup in my house and I cant see myself finishing this entire pot of soup in just a few days.
Quickly becoming my go to meal when I don’t want to cook, it’s so easy! I like to add a squeeze of lemon to my bowl! It’s warm and comforting for cooler months, but also light enough to make for summer months! Just love it!
Hi Crystal! I feel the same way about this soup! Its filling yet light. Thank you for trying the recipe!
Could I use canned organic stewed tomatoes in this?
Hi there!! This sounds amazing!!!What kind of tomatoes work best?
Hi Lisa, thanks so much! I would use plum tomatoes or regular on the vine tomatoes in a medium size. You can also use beefsteak tomatoes.
What brand of feta do you recommend?
HI Erin, my favorite is Dodoni Feta. I also recommend Arahova feta in the Greek specialty stores sold by the pound/kilo!
Where do you find block feta? This sounds amazing and easy!
Hi! I buy my feta in those little plastic container swimming in brine. The brand I typically get is Dodoni Feta. Hope you try this one out!!
When could I add cooked chicken into the soup?
would that be while it’s cooking, or after when the feta is added?
Hi Lindsey, I would add it in to warm up when its cooking the orzo at the end.
I had a bunch of tomatoes that I needed to use up and this soup was perfect for that. So easy and yummy! It will definitely become a staple.
Hi Deborah, That’s what I love to read! I appreciate you giving the soup a try and I’m beyond happy it worked out for you!
Fabulous dish and so easy! Stella always has the best Greek recipes. My wife grew up with extended Greek family, so Greek food is her comfort food. Whenever I make my wife meals, I love to make her Greek meals. I always check Hungry Happens and follow Stella’s recipes exactly—flawless every single time! Thank you!
Hi Lynnie, You rock! So great of you to cook from your wife’s heritage.. so sweet! Thanks also for taking the time to comment and rate the soup! Cheers!
This simple soup is so delicious. Almost addicting. Thank you!
Simple and delicious!
Hi Danielle, Glad you liked the soup!
This was delicious! So easy, so awesome!! Definitely a keeper!!
Hi Stacey, EXACTLY! The easy part is the best….Thanks for trying it out!
this is such a delicious and comforting recipe. So simple to make x
Hi Nico! Glad you liked the soup! Thanks for the rating too!
There are so many different kinds of feta, is there one you recommend for any of your recipes calling for feta?
Hi Marie, I definitely recommend my favorite: Dodoni Feta!
This was fabulous. I was married to a Greek and make many Greek dishes. I am making this for company tomorrow. Love It!!!!
Hi Gretchen… glad you like this soup! And thank you for the rating on here!
Easy, light and luscious. Perfect recipe to use up tomatoes that are a bit past their ‘prime’. Thank you Stella – keep the recipes coming 😊
HI Stephanie, SO happy you enjoyed my yiayia’s soup recipe! Thank you for the sweet message too!
Best comfort food
I agree! Simple and delicious!
This simple soup was just delicious! I didn’t have fresh tomatoes, used canned cherry tomatoes so I cut back on the water to 3 cups. I used herb and garlic feta.
I’ve had Covid and couldn’t taste anything, until this! Thank you for the recipe!
Hi Cathy, Glad that you’re feeling better! And thank you for trying this dish out!
02-27-23: -of your internet posted tomato feta soup, greek- I suggest, your on to something!-adding, do you have a sandwich suggestion? -thanks you.
Grilled cheese!!
Borderline the best thing I’ve ever had in my life! It’s so delicious. Thank you for creating this soup!! I’m going to make the broccoli one next.
This was so easy to make . It is so pure , light , and amazing tasting !!!
Delicious and very different than anything I had ever tried. What a pleasure to try something new . My husband loved it and I’ve already made it several times.
I make this soup at least twice a month. It’s so fast and easy. I usually double the tomatoes and do a cup of orzo instead. It’s very versatile!
HI Magda, this recipe is SO versatile! Glad you like it!!
made this today and it’s absolutely delicious. I froze whole tomatoes for the winter. definitely a keeper recipe. thanks for sharing.
This has become a family favourite, so simple and delicious. I use homemade broth and local tomatoes, the best comfort food!!
Hi Stephanie so happy your family enjoys the soup! Sounds delicious and thanks for the kind feedback!
I just love this soup! I call it my skinny soup haha. Ever since I first made it I seem to have it every 1-2 weeks! I’m making it today to share with my dad❤️
Tomato, orzo, feta soup
You introduced me to this soup. I am so grateful for it. I am totally adicted. Make it at least once a week and then eat two big bowls all by myself.
Thank you so much Stella
I love this soup 🍜 I make it every other week because it’s so easy to make and so good !! Thank you for it !!!
What brand vegetable broth do you like to use? Can’t wait to try this.
Hi Patty, I usually use Natures Promise or Pacific Natural but my go to is chicken broth for flavor
If you are staying away from pasta, would rice be a good substitute?
Hi Carole, yes that would work ! Just may need more water/broth…
Made it last night and family loved it!!!
Hello Michael, glad it was a winner with everyone!
it’s actually good if you like feta. I love easy recipes. Thanks so much!!