Creamy HEALTHY Soup - just 45 calories!
Ingredients
- 700g/ 1.2 lb zucchinis
peeled and cut into 1.5cm / 3/5" slices, 4 largish
- 1/2 large onion
roughly chopped, brown, white, yellow
- 2 garlic cloves
whole
- 2 cups chicken broth
500 ml
- 2 cups water
500 ml
- 1/2 tsp each garlic and onion powder
or 1 tsp of one of them
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup 0% fat milk
250 ml
- 1 tbsp butter or olive oil
15g
- 2 garlic cloves
minced
- 1/2 large onion
finely chopped
- 1.5 cups carrot
peeled and finely diced
- 1.5 cups celery
finely chopped
- 1 small red capsicum/bell pepper
finely chopped
- 1.5 cups cooked chicken breast
diced
- 3/4 cup frozen peas
- Fresh thyme
high recommended, or sub chives
Directions
- 1
Healthy Creamy Broth:
- 2
Place all Broth ingredients EXCEPT milk into a pot, cover with lid and bring to energetic simmer over medium high heat.
- 3
Lower to medium and simmer for 15 minutes until zucchinis is very soft.
- 4
Remove from heat, add milk. Use a handheld blender to blitz until smooth. Add salt to taste. Marvel at creamy broth with so few calories!
- 5
Healthy Cream of Chicken Soup:
- 6
Melt butter in a pot or large saucepan over medium heat.
- 7
Add garlic, onion, carrot and celery. Cook for 3 minutes, then add capsicum. Cook for another 2 minutes until onion is translucent and sweet.
- 8
Add Broth, chicken and peas. Bring to gentle simmer for just 2 to 3 minutes or until peas are cooked.
- 9
Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
- 10
Ladle into bowls, sprinkle with a pinch of fresh thyme leaves. Devour, and marvel at how such a creamy, totally delicious bowl of soup has so few calories!!
Creamy HEALTHY Soup - just 45 calories!
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About this Recipe
Craving a bowl of rich, creamy soup without the usual calorie guilt? This Creamy HEALTHY Soup is your new secret weapon, delivering deeply satisfying flavor while clocking in at just 45 calories per serving. Prepare to be amazed by a soup that tastes indulgent but keeps you feeling light.
The genius behind this incredibly low-calorie creamy soup lies in a clever technique: using boiled, peeled zucchini as its silky-smooth base. Unlike many creamy broths laden with heavy cream, this method leverages zucchini's neutral flavor and ability to puree into a velvety texture, providing all the richness without the added fat. It's a game-changer for enjoying comforting creamy soups guilt-free.
Imagine a savory, creamy soup that surprises your palate with every spoonful. This isn't a vegetable soup that tastes distinctly of zucchini; instead, it's a wonderfully balanced, hearty experience that mimics your favorite comforting, creamy broths. You'll find yourself enjoying a truly delicious soup, naturally gluten-free and low carb, making it an ideal choice for a wholesome meal. With the addition of tender cooked chicken, finely diced carrots, celery, and a hint of fresh thyme, it feels wonderfully complete and nourishing.
Customizing this healthy soup is simple and encouraged. Feel free to swap the chicken broth for vegetable broth to make it vegetarian. While the recipe suggests 0% fat milk for the creamiest, lightest result, you can use any milk of choice to suit your preference. Fresh thyme adds a beautiful aromatic touch, but fresh chives also make a delightful substitute. You can even adjust the finely diced vegetables like bell pepper to what you have on hand, ensuring versatility for your pantry.
This Creamy HEALTHY Soup is perfect for a light lunch, a comforting dinner starter, or a wholesome meal on its own. It's an elegant solution for those seeking delicious, healthful options.