Low Fat Solyanka

Dive into a bowl of flavorful yet guilt-free comfort with our Low Fat Solyanka, a lightened-up version of the classic Russian soup. This hearty recipe combines tender chicken breast, lean beef, and savory turkey ham with aromatic vegetables, tangy pickles, and a zesty splash of lemon juice, all simmered in a rich, low-sodium chicken broth. Enhanced with a touch of tomato paste and fragrant spices like bay leaf and black peppercorns, this dish is a perfect harmony of bold flavors in a healthier, low-fat package. Topped with a dollop of creamy low-fat sour cream and fresh dill, each serving bursts with comforting warmth and freshness. Ready in just over an hour and perfect for meal prep, this light solyanka is a wholesome, satisfying soup you’ll love to revisit.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams Chicken breast
• 200 grams Lean beef
• 100 grams Turkey ham
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 large Onion
• 3 pieces Garlic cloves
• 1 medium Carrot
• 3 medium Pickles
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 liter Low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 piece Bay leave
• 5 pieces Black peppercorns
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
• 4 tablespoons Low-fat sour cream

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the meats. Dice the chicken breast, lean beef, and turkey ham into small, bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken breast and lean beef, sautéing until slightly browned.

Step 3

While the meat is browning, finely chop the onion and garlic cloves, and grate the carrot.

Step 4

Once the meat is browned, add the onion, garlic, and carrot to the pot. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are soft and the onions are translucent.

Step 5

Dice the pickles and add them to the pot alongside the tomato paste. Stir everything together and cook for an additional 3 minutes.

Step 6

Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Add the bay leaf and black peppercorns.

Step 7

Simmer gently for about 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the meat to become tender.

Step 8

Before serving, stir in the lemon juice and season with salt to taste. Remove the bay leaf and peppercorns if desired.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish each serving with a tablespoon of low-fat sour cream and a sprinkle of freshly chopped dill.

Step 10

Enjoy your low fat solyanka while it's hot, accompanied by some crusty bread if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2263.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1376.8

Total Fat 62.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.9g
Cholesterol 435mg	0%
Sodium 6322.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 54.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.6g	0%
Total Sugars 26.4g
Protein 146.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 452.9mg	0%
Iron 10.8mg	0%
Potassium 2967.0mg	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: 41.1%

Protein: 42.8%

Carbs: 16.0%