Weight Watchers Mexican Zero Points Soup

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 0
An easy and healthy Weight Watchers recipe for Mexican Zero Points Soup
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Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups fresh green beans , cut into bite-size pieces
3 fresh garlic cloves , minced
2 small zucchini , cubed
1 cup tomatillo , chopped
1 medium jalapeno pepper , finely chopped
14 ounces canned Mexican-style tomatoes , Mexican-style preferred
1/2 medium poblano chile
1 medium Spanish onion , chopped
1 medium green pepper , chopped
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon fresh oregano
6 cups vegetable broth
2 roasted red peppers , packed in water
1 tablespoon chipotle chile in adobo
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
92
Sugar
7g
Fat
2g
This Mexican-inspired soup is a delicious and healthy way to warm up on a chilly night. As a Weight Watchers recipe, it's perfect for those looking to maintain a healthy weight without sacrificing flavor. Full of fresh vegetables and spices, this soup is both tasty and nutritious. You'll love the combination of green beans, zucchini, tomatillo, and peppers, all simmered together in a savory broth. Give this soup a try tonight and enjoy all the benefits of healthy eating.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, combine the green beans, garlic, zucchini, tomatillo, jalapeno, Mexican tomatoes, poblano chili, Spanish onion, and green pepper.
2.Add the cumin, oregano, and vegetable broth to the pot and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let simmer for 10-15 minutes.
3.Puree the roasted red peppers and chipotle chili in a blender. Add the puree to the pot and stir to combine. Season with salt and lime juice.
4.Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

PROS

As a Weight Watchers recipe, this soup is zero points and therefore great for those watching their weight.
It’s also loaded with fresh, healthy vegetables and flavorful spices.

CONS

This soup may be a bit spicy for some people, so adjust the amount of jalapeno and chipotle chili to your taste.
It may also be lacking in protein for some diets, so consider adding chicken or tofu if desired.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is full of health benefits, thanks to its abundance of fresh vegetables and spices. Green beans are a great source of fiber and vitamins, while zucchini is low in calories and high in vitamin C. Tomatillos are packed with vitamin K and potassium, and jalapeno peppers contain capsaicin, which can boost metabolism and reduce inflammation.

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