FRESH BASIL, SPINACH, AND TOMATO SOUP

Fresh Basil, Spinach, and Tomato Soup image

Yield Serves 4; 3/4 cup per serving

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups Chicken Broth (page 50) or commercial fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled
1 medium garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon, crumbled
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
4 small tomatoes, diced
2 ounces spinach (about 2 cups), coarsely chopped
2 medium green onions, finely chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil (about 1/3 ounce)
1/2 teaspoon olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
1/8 teaspoon salt
4 lemon slices (optional)

Steps:

In a medium saucepan, stir together the broth, oregano, garlic, tarragon, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat.
Stir in the remaining ingredients except the lemon slices. Let stand, covered, for 5 minutes so the flavors blend. Serve garnished with the lemon slices. For peak flavor, serve immediately after the standing time.
Nutrition Information
(Per serving)
Calories: 38
Total fat: 1.0g
Saturated: 0.0g
Trans: 0.0g
Polyunsaturated: 0.0g
Monounsaturated: 0.5g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 104mg
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fiber: 2g
Sugars: 3g
Protein: 2g
Calcium: 37mg
Potassium: 399mg
Dietary Exchanges
1 vegetable