Joy's Life Diet Soup Italian

Bring the flavors of Italy to your table with Joy's Life Diet Soup Italian—a wholesome, veggie-packed recipe that's as nourishing as it is satisfying. This vibrant soup is a medley of fresh vegetables, including zucchini, carrots, green beans, and nutrient-rich kale or spinach, all simmered to perfection in a savory vegetable broth infused with garlic, Italian seasoning, and a hint of bay leaf. Simple yet flavorful, it's a low-calorie, high-nutrition dish perfect for weight management or a healthy lifestyle. Quick to prepare in just 45 minutes, this recipe offers a comforting meal for six, with the option to top each bowl with a sprinkle of Parmesan for an indulgent finish. Ideal for cozy dinners or meal prep, this Italian-inspired soup is a delicious way to embrace clean eating while savoring authentic Mediterranean flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 medium carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 15-ounce can canned diced tomatoes (no salt added)
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 2 cups kale or spinach leaves, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 bay leaf
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0 Parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and garlic, and sauté until translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Add the carrots and celery to the pot, and stir well. Cook for another 4-5 minutes until slightly softened.

Step 4

Stir in the zucchini and green beans, and cook for 2-3 more minutes.

Step 5

Pour in the diced tomatoes and vegetable broth. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Add the chopped kale or spinach, Italian seasoning, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and let it cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Remove and discard the bay leaf before serving.

Step 9

Optionally, garnish each bowl with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese before serving.

Step 10

Enjoy this healthy and delicious Italian-inspired diet soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2824.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1176.4

Total Fat 44.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.9g
Cholesterol 3mg	0%
Sodium 4975.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 164.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 43.3g	0%
Total Sugars 58.4g
Protein 44.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 790.2mg	0%
Iron 16.9mg	0%
Potassium 5877.1mg	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: 32.5%

Protein: 14.4%

Carbs: 53.1%