Spicy Lime Cilantro Soup

Brighten up your soup game with this zesty and flavorful Spicy Lime Cilantro Soup! Packed with aromatic spices like cumin and chili powder, this recipe brings a bold kick of heat, balanced perfectly with the tangy freshness of lime juice and zest. Silky vegetable broth serves as the base, while fresh cilantro adds a vibrant, herbaceous finish. For an optional protein boost, shredded chicken seamlessly elevates the dish, making it hearty yet refreshing. Garnish it with creamy avocado, crispy tortilla strips, or extra cilantro for a delightful texture contrast. Ready in just 40 minutes, this gluten-free soup is a true celebration of spicy, citrusy, and savory goodness, ideal for weeknight dinners or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 large garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium jalapeño pepper, seeded and diced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 0.25 cup fresh lime juice
• 1 teaspoon lime zest
• 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (optional)
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 large ripe avocado, diced (optional, for garnish)
• 1 cup tortilla strips (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and diced jalapeño, and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground cumin and chili powder, stirring to coat the aromatics in the spices. Cook for 1 minute.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil.

Step 6

Lower the heat to a simmer and allow the flavors to meld for 10-12 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in the fresh lime juice, lime zest, and cooked shredded chicken (if using). Simmer for another 5 minutes.

Step 8

Remove from heat and stir in the fresh cilantro. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with diced avocado, tortilla strips, or extra cilantro as desired.

Step 10

Serve immediately while hot, and enjoy the zesty, spicy flavors!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2555.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2588.7

Total Fat 117.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.9g
Cholesterol 405.6mg	0%
Sodium 6761.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 209.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 43.2g	0%
Total Sugars 29.6g
Protein 187.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 487.2mg	0%
Iron 20.8mg	0%
Potassium 5571.1mg	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: 40.0%

Protein: 28.3%

Carbs: 31.7%