Low Fat Comforting Egg Drop Soup
Warm up with this Low Fat Comforting Egg Drop Soup, a light yet satisfying dish that brings the cozy flavors of classic comfort food with a healthier twist. Made with low-sodium chicken broth, delicate ribbons of egg, and a hint of ginger for a subtle zing, this soup is an easy-to-make staple perfect for busy weeknights. The cornstarch slurry creates a velvety texture without adding extra fat, while the soy sauce and white pepper provide a balanced depth of flavor. Garnished with fresh green onions for a burst of color and freshness, this low-fat egg drop soup is ready in just 20 minutes and is sure to become a family favorite. Perfect as a starter or a light main course, this recipe combines simplicity, flavor, and health for a meal you can feel good about eating.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 cup water
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- 2 stalks green onions
- 0.25 teaspoon white pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
In a medium bowl, mix the cornstarch with 1 cup of water until fully dissolved to make a slurry.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, bring the low-sodium chicken broth to a simmer over medium heat.
Step 3
Add the cornstarch slurry to the simmering broth, stirring continuously until the mixture begins to thicken.
Step 4
Beat the eggs lightly in a small bowl. Slowly pour the beaten eggs into the soup in a thin, steady stream, stirring gently with a fork to create strands of egg.
Step 5
Stir in the soy sauce, grated ginger, and white pepper. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with salt as desired.
Step 6
Chop the green onions finely and add them to the soup just before serving.
Step 7
Serve hot, garnishing with additional chopped green onions if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1367.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 286.8 |
| Total Fat 11.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 3.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 372mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2191.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 23.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 5.2g | |
| Protein 22.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 82IU | 0% |
| Calcium 98.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 292.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories