LOW-FAT BROCCOLI SOUP

Low-Fat Broccoli Soup image

"This delicious soup is a great way to eat a nutritious vegetable," notes Kay Fairley of Charleston, Illinois. "It has a wonderful fresh flavor."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2 cups chopped fresh or frozen broccoli
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 can (12 ounces) fat-free evaporated milk

Steps:

In a large saucepan, combine the broccoli, onion and broth; simmer for 10-15 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Puree half of the mixture in a blender; return to the saucepan. , In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and 3 tablespoons of milk until smooth. Gradually add remaining milk. Stir into the broccoli mixture. Bring to a boil; boil and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 112 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 157mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges