Basic Information- Great Low Calorie Soup Helpful in Weight Management, Adapted from Allrecipes. 10 Servings: Prep Time 20 Minutes – Ready in 2 hours 20 Minutes.
- Nutritional Information:
- Friendly for Diabetes, Cardiovascular Health, and Weight Management. Low-carb, Low-sodium, Low-fat, Low-calorie, High-antioxidant content. Dietitian’s Tip: Beginning your meal with a low-calorie soup can help you feel full and eat less at a meal, which can help with weight management.
- Ingredients:
- 4 cups low-sodium tomato juice
- 1 onion, minced
- 1 green bell pepper, minced
- 1 cucumber, chopped
- 2 cups ripe, chopped tomatoes
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried tarragon
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 Cup low-fat sour cream or plain Greek-style yogurt (optional)
- Preparation:
- In a blender or food processor, combine tomato juice, onion, bell pepper, cucumber, tomatoes, green onions, garlic, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, tarragon, basil, parsley, sugar, salt, and pepper. Blend until well-combined but still slightly chunky. Chill at least 2 hours before serving. Garnish each bowl with a small dollop of sour cream or greek yogurt and serve cold.
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