Description
Fuel your body with these effortless high-protein soup recipes, packed with flavor and essential nutrients. Perfect for boosting your protein intake and enjoying a comforting, healthy, and delicious meal. These easy protein soup recipes are designed to simplify your meal planning, ensuring you get a satisfying and healthful meal with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup cooked chicken, diced
- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Add diced cooked chicken. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Add drained and rinsed chickpeas to the pot. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Stir in spinach until it wilts, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary for added flavor.
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice for a bright, zesty touch.
- Incorporate spices such as cumin or turmeric for warmth and depth.
- Roast vegetables before adding them to the soup for a richer, caramelized flavor.
- Top with a dollop of Greek yogurt for extra protein and creaminess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280 Kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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