Low Carb Alphabet Soup

Warm up to a bowl of comforting nostalgia with a healthy twist in this Low Carb Alphabet Soup! Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, this recipe transforms the classic childhood favorite into a guilt-free delight by swapping traditional pasta with zucchini noodles, made fresh with a spiralizer. Packed with nutrient-dense ingredients like carrots, celery, green beans, and diced tomatoes, this hearty soup features a flavorful broth infused with garlic, onion, thyme, and basil. A touch of fun remains with the inclusion of low-carb alphabet vegetable noodles, making it a playful yet wholesome option for kids and adults alike. Ready in just under an hour, this easy-to-make soup is both warming and low-carb-friendly, making it your go-to for quick, healthy weeknight meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 medium zucchini
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium, chopped onion
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 1 large, diced carrot
• 2 chopped celery stalks
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes
• 1 cup, cut into 1-inch pieces green beans
• 1 cup Alphabet vegetable noodles
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon dried basil
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Using a spiralizer or julienne peeler, make zucchini noodles to substitute traditional pasta.

Step 2

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add chopped onions and sauté for about 5 minutes until they become translucent.

Step 4

Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add diced carrot and chopped celery, cooking for 5 minutes until they start to soften.

Step 6

Pour in chicken broth and add the diced tomatoes (undrained). Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let simmer for 10 minutes.

Step 8

Stir in the green beans, salt, black pepper, thyme, and basil. Simmer for another 5 minutes.

Step 9

Add the zucchini noodles and alphabet vegetable noodles, stirring gently. Cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetable noodles are tender but not mushy.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 11

Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3337.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1013.0

Total Fat 22.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 11432.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 169.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.5g	0%
Total Sugars 68.2g
Protein 47.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 684.5mg	0%
Iron 13.8mg	0%
Potassium 5253.7mg	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: 19.1%

Protein: 17.9%

Carbs: 63.1%