Low Fat Creamy Crab Soup

Dive into a bowl of soul-warming comfort with this Low Fat Creamy Crab Soup, a lighter twist on the classic that doesn't skimp on flavor! Brimming with tender chunks of fresh crab meat and a velvety, satisfying texture, this soup is made creamy with low-fat evaporated milk, keeping it rich yet guilt-free. Aromatics like garlic, onion, and celery add depth, while a dash of Old Bay seasoning brings a coastal flair to every spoonful. Thickened naturally with tender potatoes and a cornstarch slurry, this recipe creates a smooth, luxurious base without heavy cream. Ready in under 45 minutes, this healthy crab soup is perfect for weeknight dinners or as an elegant appetizer for special gatherings. Garnished with fresh parsley, it's as beautiful as it is delicious. Keywords: low fat crab soup, creamy seafood soup, healthy crab recipes, low calorie soup, quick crab soup recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 stalks Celery, diced
• 4 cups Low sodium chicken broth
• 1 large Potato, peeled and diced
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
• 1 pound Fresh crab meat
• 1 12-ounce can Low fat evaporated milk
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Cold water
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced celery to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes or until the vegetables are tender and the onion is translucent.

Step 3

Pour in the low sodium chicken broth and add the diced potato, bay leaf, and Old Bay seasoning. Stir to combine.

Step 4

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are very tender.

Step 5

Remove the bay leaf from the pot.

Step 6

Using an immersion blender, carefully blend the soup until it reaches a smooth and creamy consistency.

Step 7

Gently fold in the fresh crab meat, followed by the low-fat evaporated milk.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with cold water to form a smooth slurry.

Step 9

Slowly pour the slurry into the soup, stirring constantly until the soup slightly thickens, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 10

Add salt and pepper to taste.

Step 11

Garnish the soup with fresh parsley just before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2322.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1266.9

Total Fat 28.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 268.5mg	0%
Sodium 8835.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 128.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.0g	0%
Total Sugars 45.8g
Protein 124.5g	0%

Vitamin D 141.7IU	0%
Calcium 1403.4mg	0%
Iron 10.9mg	0%
Potassium 5048.1mg	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: 20.3%

Protein: 39.2%

Carbs: 40.6%