Low Sodium Alphabet Soup
Introducing a heartwarming bowl of "Low Sodium Alphabet Soup," the perfect option for those seeking a flavorful yet heart-healthy meal. Packed with colorful, nutrient-rich vegetables like carrots, celery, and red bell pepper, this soup gets its robust taste from aromatic dried herbs, garlic, and no-salt-added diced tomatoes. Low sodium vegetable broth creates a savory base while fun alphabet pasta adds whimsy and texture, making it a hit with both kids and adults. Easy to prepare in under an hour, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights and serves as a comforting, nourishing dish. Garnished with fresh parsley, this soup is a delightful way to enjoy the classics while prioritizing low-sodium goodness. Perfect for meal prep and freezing, it's a wholesome choice you can feel great about!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) no salt added diced tomatoes
- 6 cups low sodium vegetable broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 3 ounces alphabet pasta
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
Stir in the minced garlic and diced red bell pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes.
Add the no salt added diced tomatoes, low sodium vegetable broth, bay leaf, dried thyme, and dried oregano to the pot. Stir to combine.
Increase the heat and bring the soup to a boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 15 minutes.
Add the alphabet pasta, frozen peas, and frozen corn to the pot. Simmer for another 10 minutes or until the pasta is tender.
Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1050 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.1 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1028 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 162.3 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.7 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.5 g | ||
| Protein | 33.7 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 292 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 3049 mg | 65% | |
*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.
