Cream of Mushroom Soup Weight Watchers
Creamy, comforting, and Weight Watchers-friendly, this Cream of Mushroom Soup is the ultimate healthy indulgence! Packed with earthy baby bella mushrooms, aromatic garlic, and a touch of fresh thyme, this soup delivers rich, savory flavor without excess calories. A smooth blend of fat-free half-and-half and cornstarch creates a velvety texture, while low-sodium broth keeps it light yet satisfying. Ready in just 35 minutes and perfect for lunch or dinner, this guilt-free recipe makes six hearty servings that are ideal for meal prep. Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness, and serve it steaming hot for a cozy, wholesome treat that fits beautifully into your Weight Watchers plan.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 16 ounces Baby bella or cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 4 cups Low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 cup Fat-free half-and-half
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the sliced mushrooms to the pot and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms release their liquid and begin to brown.
Pour in the low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth and stir in the fresh thyme leaves, salt, and ground black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 10 minutes.
In a bowl, whisk together the fat-free half-and-half and cornstarch until smooth.
Slowly pour the half-and-half mixture into the pot while stirring continuously to prevent lumps.
Allow the soup to simmer for another 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. If desired, use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup for a creamier texture, leaving some mushroom bits for texture.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
532 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.5 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2011 mg | 87% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.3 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.9 g | ||
| Protein | 25.2 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 423 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 2861 mg | 61% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
