Low Calorie Soup Recipes
Charred Tomato Soup:
2 Pounds Fresh Roma Tomatoes
2/3 cup low sodium vegetable broth
2/3 cup fat free half and half
2 clove garlic, minced
1 Shallot, minced
2 Tablespoons fresh Basil, chopped
6 sprigs Thyme, leaves removed from stem
2 teaspoons olive oil
3/4 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon Pepper
Directions:
Core the Roma tomatoes and char on grill until charred and blistered. In a medium stockpot, add olive oil. When oil is heated, add shallot and garlic. When garlic is lightly brown, add the charred tomatoes, vegetable broth, and herbs. Bring to a boil and then turn down to medium heat and simmer for a few minutes. Remove from heat. With your immersion blender on high, break down the tomatoes until the soup is smooth and lump-free. Return pot to burner and return to simmer on medium-high heat for about 8 minutes. Turn down heat to low and add half and half. Remove from heat and serve.
Servings: 4 * Calories Per Serving: 99 * Fat: 2.9 g * Carb: 15.6 g * Fiber 3.4 * Protein: 3.2 g * Sugar: 8.8 g * Sodium: 602 mg * Cholesterol: 0 mg
Prosciutto-Gruyere Grilled Cheese:
8 slices low calorie bread wheat bread (45 calories or less per slice)
3 ounces gruyere cheese, grated fine
1 ounce spinach leaves
4 slices prosciutto
4 Tablespoons light butter-canola spread
Directions:
Place a medium non-stick skillet over medium heat. Butter one side of each piece of bread with 1/2 tablespoon canola spread. Place one piece of bread buttered side down on the skillet sprinkle some cheese, add a few spinach leaves, one slice of prosciutto, and a little more cheese. Place another piece of bread, buttered side up. Done when both sides of bread are golden brown and cheese is melted.
Servings: 4 * Calories Per Serving: 320 * Fat: 12.7 g * Carb: 0.6 g * Protein: 9.5 g * Sodium: 338 mg * Cholesterol: 0.6 mg
