Savory Southwestern Soup-South Beach Friendly!

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 3
Savory Southwestern Soup-South Beach Friendly!
in Soup

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb chicken breast , chopped into 1/2 inch cubes
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 large onion , diced
1 can Mexican-style tomatoes ( go for plain , low sugar canned tomatoes if on the South Beach diet )
1 jar salsa ( we use southwestern style )
7 garlic cloves , chopped finely
1 1/2 teaspoons oregano leaves
1 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons cumin powder ( or to taste )
1/2 teaspoon salt ( to taste )
1 can black beans , rinsed ( can increase to 2 cans )
2 containers fat free chicken broth
1/2 lb frozen corn ( omit if on the South Beach diet )
1/2 lb frozen cut green beans
1/4 cup cilantro leaf , chopped finely ( optional )
2 cups Minute brown rice , cooked ( omit if on phase 1 of the South Beach diet )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
330
Sugar
10g
Fat
5g
This Southwestern-style soup is a hearty, comforting dish that's perfect for cold winter nights. It features chunks of tender chicken breast, black beans, and veggies in a fragrant and spicy broth. The addition of Mexican-style tomatoes and salsa adds extra depth of flavor, while the frozen green beans and corn make it wholesome and filling. This soup is also South Beach diet-friendly, and can be easily adapted for vegetarian diets by swapping the chicken broth for vegetable broth and omitting the chicken. Make a big pot of this soup on a Sunday night and enjoy it throughout the week for quick and easy meals.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chopped chicken and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes.
2.Add the diced onion, Mexican-style tomatoes, salsa, chopped garlic, oregano leaves, paprika, cumin powder, and salt. Stir well to combine.
3.Add the rinsed black beans and chicken broth to the pot, and stir to combine.
4.Bring the soup to a boil, then lower the heat and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes.
5.Add the frozen corn, frozen cut green beans, and chopped cilantro (if using) to the soup. Let it cook for an additional 5-10 minutes.
6.Serve hot with cooked Minute brown rice (if using).

PROS

This savory soup is packed with flavor and protein, making it a satisfying meal on its own.

It’s perfect for batch cooking and freezing for later consumption.
Also, it’s South Beach friendly!

CONS

The recipe calls for a lot of garlic, which may be overpowering for some.
Additionally, it contains a high amount of sodium from the canned ingredients.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is low in fat and calories, high in protein and fiber, and contains lots of Vitamin C and Iron.
The black beans in the recipe provide a good source of vegetarian protein, while the oregano and cumin have anti-inflammatory properties.

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