Weight Watchers Asian Zero Points Soup
Dive into a bowl of vibrant, guilt-free flavor with this Weight Watchers Asian Zero Points Soup! Packed with nutrient-rich vegetables like baby bok choy, shiitake mushrooms, and red bell peppers, this low-calorie soup is a delicious way to stay on track without sacrificing taste. Infused with aromatic garlic, ginger, and a touch of sesame oil, every spoonful bursts with a savory umami kick, heightened by low-sodium soy sauce and rice vinegar for a tangy twist. Ready in just 30 minutes, this wholesome soup is a breeze to prepare and perfect for meal prep. Whether you're following Weight Watchers or simply craving a healthy, hearty meal, this zero-point soup makes a satisfying option for lunch or dinner. Garnish with fresh cilantro and green onions to add a refreshing finish, and enjoy guilt-free indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Vegetable broth (low-sodium)
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Ginger, minced
- 2 medium Carrots, sliced
- 1 cup Green beans, trimmed
- 1.5 cups Mushrooms, sliced (shiitake or button)
- 2 cups Baby bok choy, chopped
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce (low-sodium)
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 2 stalks Green onions, sliced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
In a large pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and ginger, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until aromatic.
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring it to a gentle boil.
Add the carrots, green beans, mushrooms, and red bell pepper to the pot. Simmer for 10 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
Stir in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and bok choy. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Remove the pot from heat and stir in the sliced green onions and chopped cilantro.
Season with crushed red pepper flakes if desired for an extra kick.
Serve hot and enjoy this guilt-free, flavorful soup!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
462 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.2 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2139 mg | 93% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.6 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.3 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.8 g | ||
| Protein | 18.8 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 511 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 3371 mg | 72% | |
*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.
