The weather is freezing around the country! When it’s cold, we all reach for comforting, warm meals. But many people don’t go for soup. Folks often think of it as being less nutritious than other options.
It might not be your best option if a soup is chock full of potatoes, pasta or heavy cream. However, many soups are incredibly healthy and can help you reach your goals. Today, we are sharing soups high in fiber and protein to help you feel warm and full during the cold weather!
Black bean soup is delicious and filled with plant protein! Using canned black beans makes it so easy. Just be sure to rinse them. They are packed in salt and, when added to the broth, can make a soup that is too salty to enjoy. The recipe calls for chicken broth. This recipe can be made vegan easily by changing it to vegetable broth. In under 40 minutes, this soup is ready to serve, and you’ll be thrilled you made it! A serving has 180 calories, 27.4 grams of carbs, 10.7 grams of fiber, 11.5 grams of protein and 3.7 grams of fat. Get the recipe.
This recipe is from the UK, so it’s all done by weight in grams, which is always irritating. We like sharing recipes from around the world, and it’s a wonderful vegan option, but conversion is always a hassle. It only takes a quick Google, and this recipe is worth the hassle! The instructions call for a “stick blender,” and they mean an immersion blender. Like all recipes that call for an immersion blender, you can use a regular one. Plus, while the recipe calls for Swiss chard, that can be expensive, and spinach or kale will work just as well. This recipe is wonderful as a guide; you can tweak it because it’s a great starting point for a fast and delicious dinner. A serving has 214 calories, 19 grams of carbs, 10 grams of fiber, 12 grams of protein and eight grams of fat. Get the recipe.
We would like to thank Laura for sharing this simple turkey chili recipe online! You throw all the ingredients in the slow cooker and enjoy your day. When dinner time comes around, you have a delicious, hearty meal that’s healthier than traditional chili! The list of ingredients looks long. But when you read it, it’s mostly spices you probably already have in your cupboard. It does take a little prep work because you have to cook the ground turkey before adding it to the slow cooker. That helps flavor and cuts down on the fat in the meal! A serving has 276 calories, 33 grams of carbs, 11 grams of fiber, 21 grams of protein and eight grams of fat. Get the recipe.
We love this version of minestrone that leans into winter flavors. We always talk about the importance of eating seasonally. This soup uses winter squash and sausage paired with the classic veggies and beans to make something special. The recipe calls for a cup of white wine. If you don’t keep wine in your home, use half a cup of apple cider vinegar and half a cup of water instead. You will get a sharp sweetness that will work well. A serving has 315 calories, 27 grams of carbs, 14 grams of fiber, 16 grams of protein and 14 grams of fat. Get the recipe.
We hope these soups help you feel warm and satisfied on cold nights. They are great options for dinner as you work toward your health goals. They are filled with fiber and protein, so they will help you feel full and stay on track!
