Description
A collection of 11 nourishing soups that bring comfort and warmth to your weeknight meals with high protein and low carb ingredients.
Ingredients
- Chicken (breast or thighs) or plant-based proteins like chickpeas and tofu
- Fresh vegetables (spinach, bell peppers, zucchini, kale)
- Onion, garlic, fresh herbs (thyme, basil, parsley)
- Stock or broth (chicken, vegetable, or bone broth)
- Coconut milk, heavy cream, or unsweetened almond milk
Instructions
- Prepare Your Protein: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces, season, and sear in olive oil.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add onions and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
- Layer with Vegetables: Add vegetables and sauté until softened.
- Incorporate Liquid: Pour in broth and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Finish with Herbs: Stir in fresh herbs and lemon juice, adjust seasoning.
- Serve Warm: Ladle into bowls and enjoy.
Notes
Feel free to swap out proteins and vegetables based on personal preferences and pantry availability.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: soup, high protein, low carb, comforting meals, easy recipes