Low Fat Hearty Abalone Soup

Dive into the comforting embrace of Low Fat Hearty Abalone Soup, a nutritious and flavor-packed dish that’s perfect for seafood lovers seeking a healthier option. Featuring tender slices of fresh abalone simmered in a fragrant broth made with low-sodium chicken or vegetable stock, this soup comes alive with the natural sweetness of diced carrots, celery, and onions, paired with aromatic ginger and garlic. A touch of low-sodium soy sauce adds umami depth, while a light cornstarch slurry gives the soup a velvety finish without excess fat. Garnished with vibrant green onions and fresh cilantro, this savory delight is both wholesome and sophisticated, making it ideal for a light weeknight dinner or an impressive starter for guests. Ready in just 40 minutes and low in fat, this abalone soup is a must-try for those seeking healthy comfort food with a gourmet twist.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams fresh abalone, cleaned and thinly sliced
• 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 cups water
• 1 medium carrot, diced
• 1 celery stalk, diced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, freshly grated
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce, low-sodium
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons cold water
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot over medium heat, add the diced carrot, celery, and chopped onion. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are beginning to soften.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and freshly grated ginger to the pot, and stir for 1 minute until aromatic.

Step 3

Pour in the low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth and 2 cups of water. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

Step 4

Once the broth is boiling, add the sliced abalone and reduce the heat to low. Simmer gently for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water to create a slurry.

Step 6

Stir the cornstarch slurry into the soup to help thicken it slightly. Add in the low-sodium soy sauce, salt, and freshly ground black pepper, and stir well.

Step 7

Simmer the soup for an additional 5 minutes, adjusting the seasoning with more salt and pepper if necessary.

Step 8

Serve the soup hot, garnished with thinly sliced green onions and chopped fresh cilantro leaves. Enjoy the hearty and low-fat delicacy.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1955.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	397.6

Total Fat 4.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 160mg	0%
Sodium 2560.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 43.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.6g	0%
Total Sugars 8.4g
Protein 42.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 238.5mg	0%
Iron 3.7mg	0%
Potassium 1346.2mg	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: 9.7%

Protein: 44.4%

Carbs: 45.9%