Low Fat Solyanka Soup

Delight in the hearty and tangy flavors of Low Fat Solyanka Soup, a lighter twist on the classic Russian favorite. This vibrant soup combines tender bites of skinless chicken breast with aromatic garlic, onions, and carrots, enhanced by the unique tang of dill pickles, capers, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Simmered to perfection in low-sodium chicken broth and infused with bold flavors from black olives and fresh dill, this recipe is as nourishing as it is satisfying. With just 15 minutes of prep and 45 minutes of cooking, this low-fat, protein-packed soup is perfect for a wholesome weeknight meal. Serve it hot for a comforting dish that’s sure to become a go-to in your healthy recipe rotation.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 g Skinless chicken breast
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 large Onion
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves
• 1 medium Carrot
• 100 g Dill pickle
• 400 g Canned tomatoes
• 1 liter Low sodium chicken broth
• 2 Bay leaves
• 2 tablespoons Capers
• 50 g Black olives
• 0.5 Lemon
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh dill

Directions

Step 1

Dice the chicken breast into small bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the diced chicken breast to the pot and cook until lightly browned on all sides. Remove the chicken and set aside.

Step 4

Chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves. Peel and grate the carrot. Chop the dill pickle into small cubes.

Step 5

In the same pot, add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Add the grated carrot and chopped dill pickle to the pot. Cook for another 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Add the canned tomatoes to the pot, crushing them with a spoon as you stir them in.

Step 8

Return the chicken pieces to the pot and pour in the chicken broth.

Step 9

Add the bay leaves, capers, and pepper to the soup.

Step 10

Simmer the soup for about 30 minutes, allowing all the flavors to meld together.

Step 11

Just before serving, slice the black olives and add them to the soup.

Step 12

Squeeze the juice of half a lemon into the soup and stir to combine.

Step 13

Finely chop the fresh dill and add it to the soup. Stir well.

Step 14

Remove the bay leaves before serving.

Step 15

Serve hot, garnished with additional fresh dill if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2197.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1070.1

Total Fat 43.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.1g
Cholesterol 254.6mg	0%
Sodium 5056.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 55.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.8g	0%
Total Sugars 27.7g
Protein 114.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 419.0mg	0%
Iron 12.9mg	0%
Potassium 2319.8mg	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: 36.4%

Protein: 42.8%

Carbs: 20.7%