Description
Indulge in the refreshing flavors of our Negative Calorie Soup Recipe, also known as Ballerina Soup. This delightful dish is not only low in calories but also brimming with nutrients, making it an ideal choice for a light lunch, a warming dinner, or a vibrant appetizer. Packed with fresh vegetables like zucchini, carrots, and spinach, this soup is a feast for the senses. In just under 30 minutes, you can prepare a nourishing bowl that impresses both friends and family while contributing to your healthy eating goals. Enjoy it alone or pair it with your favorite protein for a complete meal!
Ingredients
- Zucchini
- Celery
- Carrots
- Spinach
- Onion
- Garlic
- Vegetable broth
- Tomato juice
- Black pepper
- Salt
- Fresh herbs (basil or parsley)
Instructions
- Wash and chop all vegetables into uniform pieces.
- Heat a small amount of vegetable broth in a large pot over medium heat; sauté chopped onion and garlic until fragrant (2-3 minutes).
- Add chopped zucchini, celery, carrots, and spinach; cook for about 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Pour in vegetable broth and tomato juice; bring to a boil.
- Season with salt and black pepper; add fresh herbs if desired.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Serve hot using a ladle; garnish with additional herbs if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg