Choose Your Vegetable Low Fat Soup

Warm up with a comforting bowl of "Choose Your Vegetable Low Fat Soup," a versatile, nutrient-packed recipe that’s as customizable as it is delicious. Perfect for those seeking a light yet satisfying meal, this low-calorie soup combines a base of fragrant sautéed onions, garlic, and celery with your choice of fresh vegetables like zucchini, broccoli, green beans, or bell peppers. Simmered in flavorful low-sodium vegetable broth and seasoned with aromatic dried thyme and oregano, this soup is a vibrant celebration of wholesome ingredients. With minimal prep time, just 15 minutes, and a total cook time of 30 minutes, it’s an easy-to-make dish that serves six, making it ideal for meal prep or family dinners. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this healthy vegetable soup is both low-fat and brimming with flavor. Whether you’re embracing a plant-based diet or simply in need of a nourishing meal, this recipe is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 2 medium carrot, diced
• 6 cups vegetable broth (low sodium)
• 3 cups choose-your-vegetables (e.g. zucchini, broccoli, green beans, or bell pepper)
• 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes, canned (no salt added)
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, diced celery, and diced carrots. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Pour in the vegetable broth and bring it to a gentle boil.

Step 5

Add your chosen vegetables (zucchini, broccoli, green beans, or bell pepper, diced as needed) and the canned diced tomatoes (with their juices).

Step 6

Stir in the dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Lower the heat to a simmer, cover, and let the soup cook for 20 minutes, or until all vegetables are tender.

Step 8

Taste for seasoning and adjust salt and pepper if needed.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2901.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	514.4

Total Fat 17.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2242.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 81.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.1g	0%
Total Sugars 47.3g
Protein 16.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 371.0mg	0%
Iron 6.7mg	0%
Potassium 3750.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.9%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 59.2%