Low Fat Mushroom and Greens Soup
Warm, nourishing, and packed with wholesome ingredients, this Low Fat Mushroom and Greens Soup is the ultimate comfort food with a healthy twist. Featuring a delightful medley of earthy button and cremini mushrooms alongside nutrient-rich kale and spinach, this soup is a powerhouse of flavor and nutrition. Cooked with aromatic garlic, onions, and a hint of fresh thyme, it delivers a depth of savory goodness in every spoonful. Light yet satisfying, this low-fat recipe is simmered in a low-sodium vegetable broth and finished with a splash of zesty lemon juice for a bright and vibrant touch. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s the perfect gluten-free and vegan-friendly meal for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. Serve it with crusty bread or a crisp side salad for a wholesome dining experience that will leave you feeling refreshed and satisfied.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 250 grams button mushrooms, sliced
- 250 grams cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1000 milliliters low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 100 grams kale, chopped
- 100 grams spinach, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and continue to sauté for another minute until fragrant.
Stir in the button and cremini mushrooms. Cook for about 7-10 minutes until the mushrooms have released their juices and have begun to brown.
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and add the fresh thyme.
Simmer the soup for about 10 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Add the chopped kale and spinach to the pot. Stir well and cook for another 5 minutes until the greens are wilted and tender.
Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste.
Stir in the lemon juice just before serving to add a fresh brightness to the soup.
Serve the soup hot with your choice of crusty bread or a side salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
423 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.8 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1929 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.6 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.4 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.0 g | ||
| Protein | 24.7 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 347 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 3680 mg | 78% | |
*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.
