Diet Soup - or Not - It's Great Anytime Recipe

Name: Diet Soup - or Not - It's Great Anytime
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 large green pepper, chopped; 2 large carrots, chopped; 1 celery heart, chopped; 2 medium summer squash, chopped; 1 small zucchini, chopped; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 64 ounces low sodium chicken broth; 1 (11 1/2 ounce) canlow-sodium v-8 vegetable juice; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) canlow-sodium diced tomatoes; 1 (15 1/2 ounce) can small white beans, rinsed; ½ teaspoon crushed garlic (to taste); 2 teaspoons italian seasoning; 2 bay leaves; ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper; 2 chicken bouillon cubes (optional); 1 (14 1/2 ounce) canlow-sodium French style green beans; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) canlow-sodium wax beans; 1 (8 1/2 ounce) canlow-sodium peas; 2 cups fresh Baby Spinach (optional)

Servings: persons

1 medium onion, chopped
1 large green pepper, chopped
2 large carrots, chopped
1 celery heart, chopped
2 medium summer squash, chopped
1 small zucchini, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
64 ounces low sodium chicken broth
1 (11 1/2 ounce) canlow-sodium v-8 vegetable juice
1 (14 1/2 ounce) canlow-sodium diced tomatoes
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can small white beans, rinsed
½ teaspoon crushed garlic (to taste)
2 teaspoons italian seasoning
2 bay leaves
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 chicken bouillon cubes (optional)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) canlow-sodium French style green beans
1 (14 1/2 ounce) canlow-sodium wax beans
1 (8 1/2 ounce) canlow-sodium peas
2 cups fresh Baby Spinach (optional)

1
Saute chopped vegetables (except squash & zucchini) in 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat for 5 minutes.
2
Add chicken broth, V-8 juice (can substitute 8 oz.
3
tomato sauce, if necessary), diced tomatoes, white beans, crushed garlic, Italian seasoning, bay leaves, black pepper, and (if using) chicken bouillon cubes.
4
Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
5
Add diced squash and zucchini and continue simmering for 15 minutes.
6
Add French-style green beans, wax beans, and peas and simmer for 5 minutes.
7
Remove from heat, and if including baby spinach, stir it into the soup while the soup is hot so it will wilt into the soup before serving or storing.
8
Variations for individual bowls:.
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Garnish with 1 teaspoon of parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
10
Pasta Fagioli variation - add 2 tablespoons of cooked elbow or other small pasta and 1 tablespoon of parmesan cheese before re-heating to simulate Pasta Fagioli for a main course serving.
11
Southwest variation - add 1/4 teaspoon chili powder, 1/4 tsp cumin, 1 tablespoon leftover canned corn, and a dash of cayenne or 1 teaspoon of picante sauce before reheating.
12
Indian Curry variation - add 1/2 teaspoon curry powder and 1 tablespoon plain low-fat yogurt before reheating.
13
Elevate any version to a main course serving by adding a little leftover cooked chicken, pork, or ham before reheating.

1010

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

165

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 medium onion, chopped, 1 large green pepper, chopped, 2 large carrots, chopped, 1 celery heart, chopped, and more.

Yes, Diet Soup - or Not - It's Great Anytime falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Diet Soup - or Not - It's Great Anytime

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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