Fresh Basil, Spinach, and Tomato Soup

Name: Fresh Basil, Spinach, and Tomato Soup
Yield: Serves 4; 3/4 cup per serving
Ingredients: 2 cups Chicken Broth (page 50) or commercial fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth; 1 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled; 1 medium garlic clove, minced; 1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon, crumbled; 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional); 4 small tomatoes, diced; 2 ounces spinach (about 2 cups), coarsely chopped; 2 medium green onions, finely chopped; 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil (about 1/3 ounce); 1/2 teaspoon olive oil (extra virgin preferred); 1/8 teaspoon salt; 4 lemon slices (optional)

January 26, 2012

Just a few minutes of standing time brings out the delectable flavor of the fresh basil in this easy-to-prepare soup.

Recipe information

Yield
Serves 4; 3/4 cup per serving

Ingredients

2 cups Chicken Broth (page 50) or commercial fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth

1 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled

1 medium garlic clove, minced

1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon, crumbled

1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

4 small tomatoes, diced

2 ounces spinach (about 2 cups), coarsely chopped

2 medium green onions, finely chopped

1/4 cup chopped fresh basil (about 1/3 ounce)

1/2 teaspoon olive oil (extra virgin preferred)

1/8 teaspoon salt

4 lemon slices (optional)

Preparation

Step 1
In a medium saucepan, stir together the broth, oregano, garlic, tarragon, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat.
Step 2
Stir in the remaining ingredients except the lemon slices. Let stand, covered, for 5 minutes so the flavors blend. Serve garnished with the lemon slices. For peak flavor, serve immediately after the standing time.
Nutrition Information
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(Per serving)
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Calories: 38
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Total fat: 1.0g
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Saturated: 0.0g
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Trans: 0.0g
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Polyunsaturated: 0.0g
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Monounsaturated: 0.5g
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Cholesterol: 0mg
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Sodium: 104mg
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Carbohydrates: 6g
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Fiber: 2g
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Sugars: 3g
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Protein: 2g
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Calcium: 37mg
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Potassium: 399mg
Dietary Exchanges
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1 vegetable

American Heart Association Low-Salt Cookbook, 4th Edition

TagsSoup Soup/Stew Basil Herbs & Spices Spinach Leafy Greens Vegetable Tomato Main Starter Dinner Lunch Dairy Free Gluten Free Nut Free Easy Quick One-Pot Meals Simmer Cookbooks

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Dietary Exchanges

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