Soups

Warm up with our selection of healthy, diabetic-friendly soups that are both comforting and easy to prepare.

Chicken Zucchini Soup

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Low in carbs and full of lean protein, this light soup is ideal for any meal.

Ingredients:

  • 1 skinless chicken breast, diced
  • 1 small zucchini, sliced
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 small carrot, sliced
  • 1/2 onion, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. In a pot, combine chicken, onion, and garlic; sauté for 3-4 minutes.
  2. Add carrot, zucchini, broth, salt, and pepper.
  3. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until vegetables are tender and chicken is cooked through.
  4. Sprinkle with parsley before serving.

Vegetable Lentil Soup

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Hearty and packed with fiber, this soup is perfect for managing blood sugar and staying satisfied.

Ingredients:

  • cup dried lentils, rinsed
  • 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • 1 celery stalk, diced
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chopped spinach
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp cumin

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil and sauté onion, carrot, celery, and garlic until softened.
  2. Add lentils, broth, cumin, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 20-25 minutes.
  3. Stir in spinach and cook for 3 more minutes.
  4. Serve hot.