Low Fat Benihana Onion Soup

Savor the light and flavorful essence of this Low Fat Benihana Onion Soup, a heartwarming rendition of the iconic Japanese steakhouse appetizer. Packed with aromatic vegetables like onion, celery, and carrot simmered in a rich chicken broth, this recipe delivers depth of flavor without the extra calories. Freshly grated ginger and soy sauce lend a subtle umami kick, while tender mushrooms add texture to the clear broth. Finished with vibrant green onions, crispy fried onions, and fresh parsley, this soup is both visually stunning and irresistibly delicious. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s the perfect low-fat, healthy starter for any meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium onion
• 1 medium carrot
• 1 medium celery stalk
• 2 garlic cloves
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon ginger, freshly grated
• 2 tablespoons green onions, sliced
• 4 button mushrooms, thinly sliced
• 0.25 cup fried onions
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the vegetables: peel and thinly slice the onion, peel and chop the carrot into small pieces, chop the celery, and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 2

In a large pot, combine the sliced onion, chopped carrot, chopped celery, minced garlic, chicken broth, and water.

Step 3

Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 4

Using a slotted spoon, remove the vegetables from the broth and discard them, leaving the clear broth in the pot.

Step 5

Add the soy sauce and freshly grated ginger to the broth. Stir well to incorporate the flavors.

Step 6

Bring the broth back to a boil, then reduce heat to a gentle simmer.

Step 7

Add the sliced mushrooms to the broth and let them cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender.

Step 8

When ready to serve, ladle the soup into bowls, ensuring each serving contains some sliced mushrooms.

Step 9

Garnish each bowl of soup with a tablespoon of sliced green onions, a sprinkle of fried onions, and some freshly chopped parsley for a burst of flavor and freshness.

Step 10

Serve hot and enjoy this low-fat, savory onion soup as a delightful appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2314.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	254.3

Total Fat 0.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4575.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 37.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.9g	0%
Total Sugars 16.0g
Protein 28.3g	0%

Vitamin D 6IU	0%
Calcium 257.8mg	0%
Iron 5.7mg	0%
Potassium 2167.1mg	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: 3.0%

Protein: 41.9%

Carbs: 55.1%