Slender Soup(46 Calories Per Cup) Recipe

Name: Slender Soup(46 Calories Per Cup)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 c. tomato juice (Campbell's low sodium); 3 c. water; 2 c. carrots, cut up; 2 c. celery, cut up; 1 c. potatoes, cut up; 1/2 onion, cut fine; 1 can string beans; 2 Tbsp. reduced calorie margarine; 2 c. chopped onions (yellow); 4 medium sized zucchini, chopped; 4 c. defatted chicken broth; 1 bunch fresh spinach (3/4 lb.), stems removed; 12 large fresh basil leaves or 1 1/2 tsp. dried basil; salt and pepper to taste; 1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice

Servings: persons

3 c. tomato juice (Campbell's low sodium)
3 c. water
2 c. carrots, cut up
2 c. celery, cut up
1 c. potatoes, cut up
1/2 onion, cut fine
1 can string beans
2 Tbsp. reduced calorie margarine
2 c. chopped onions (yellow)
4 medium sized zucchini, chopped
4 c. defatted chicken broth
1 bunch fresh spinach (3/4 lb.), stems removed
12 large fresh basil leaves or 1 1/2 tsp. dried basil
salt and pepper to taste
1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice

1
Melt margarine in a soup pot.
2
Add onions; cook, covered, for 20 minutes.
3
Add zucchini; cook, covered, 5 minutes.
4
Add broth and bring to a boil.
5
Reduce heat.
6
Cook, covered, for 20 minutes. Remove from heat.
7
Stir in spinach and basil.
8
Let rest for five minutes.
9
Cool.
10
Puree in a blender.
11
Return to soup pot.
12
Season with salt and pepper.
13
Simmer until heated through.
14
Before serving, stir in fresh lemon juice.

809

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

101

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 c. tomato juice (Campbell's low sodium), 3 c. water, 2 c. carrots, cut up, 2 c. celery, cut up, and more.

Yes, Slender Soup(46 Calories Per Cup) 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!

Slender Soup(46 Calories Per Cup)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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