Description
A collection of 11 delicious low calorie high protein soups that are perfect for guilt-free eating.
Ingredients
- Chicken breast – 1 lb
- Vegetable broth – 4 cups
- Black beans – 1 can
- Quinoa – 1 cup
- Spinach – 2 cups
- Carrots – 2, diced
- Celery – 2 stalks, diced
- Onion – 1, chopped
- Garlic – 3 cloves, minced
- Olive oil – 1 tbsp
- Salt – to taste
- Pepper – to taste
- Herbs (thyme, basil) – to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened.
- Add chicken breast and cook until browned.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
- Add black beans, quinoa, and spinach; reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Season with salt, pepper, and herbs to taste.
- Remove chicken, shred it, and return to the pot.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Can substitute chicken with tofu for a vegetarian option.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezes well for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: low calorie, high protein, soups, healthy recipes