This is a basic recipe which all the vegetables can be switched out for whatever you like. I have made it with just the meatballs and kale. Make 8 serving so good to take for lunch for several days.

Submitted by JOEANNI

63 calories, 2 grams of fat and 300 mil of sodium

Submitted by JIMTERRIBAK

This soups works well with most vegetables from the garden-- experiment and use vegetables that are in season. Chef Meg was inspired to create this meal after a trip to the farmers market. Be creative and use whatever vegetables you have on hand!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This meal comes together pretty fast. It's a very hearty meal, that goes great with a salad.
It's a versatile recipe in that you can add additional vegetables or even a can of drained and rinsed cannelini beans, for more protein.

Submitted by FOODIEWIFE

This fragrant, Italian-flavored soup takes advantage of quick-cooking ingredients—boneless, skinless chicken breast, bagged baby spinach and canned beans. It features a simple homemade basil pesto swirled in at the end to add a fresh herb flavor. If you are very pressed for time, you can substitute 3 to 4 tablespoons of a store-bought basil pesto. Eatingwell.com

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Submitted by MOSHOBE

variation on the South Beach recipe

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Submitted by TIGGERRULES40

Lower Calorie and fat version of an Asian Classic

Submitted by LYRICALME

A delicious one course meal!

Submitted by SUSIE5858

This is based on a recipe I found in a health magazine a while ago

Submitted by CHUBBYGIRL07

A hearty & filling one pot meal. Serve with warm crusty bread & salad for a more robust offering

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Submitted by PAIGESCOTT

Quick and easy soup for a cold winter day.

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Submitted by KCRANN

Cooked lentils are high in calcium, potassium, zinc, and iron.

Hearty and delicious!

Submitted by JUELBELL

Cookbook creator says: Used Chicken Italian Sausage.

Submitted by ZOLA_NATALIE

This cholesterol-free tasty dish is virtually fat free and is prepared with only 1 tablespoon of oil for 16 servings.

Cookbook creator says: High fiber with refried beans and corn.

Submitted by KITKATK

A thick, hearty chowder great for lunch or substantial enough for dinner.

Submitted by DONIACPA

You will crave this !! Full of fresh colorful veggies

Large recipe, cook in a 16 quart soup pot.
Serving size is 1 cup.

Submitted by JUDY0906

This chilled creamy soup is great for hot days. It is filling and low in calories. Perfect for a light lunch or as a dinner starter.

Submitted by ITCHYSUIT

A delicious, light soup full of protein and energy.

Submitted by MISSMAI_CHAN

Try a two for one: The next time you are turning on the oven to 375 degrees, roast the squash, cool it slightly, peel and package to freeze. You'll have butternut squash on hand whenever you need it, and you can have dinner on the table in no time!

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Submitted by TRIXR4KIDZ

Just a plain, cheap way to cook pinto beans. You can also use dry black beans or dry kidney beans, if you like.

Submitted by AZDESERTROSE

Healthful, easy and warming. Mmmmm. Beans in this recipe soak overnight, so be forewarned. Lovely over brown rice.

Submitted by COMMITMENTS

These are great with greens and cornbread!

Submitted by MABOUGIRL

Homemade

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Submitted by AKMG13

Cover lentils in boiling water. Let rest for 15 minutes. Saute onions and leeks in olive oil for 10 minutes. Add carrots, celery and spices and garlic. Saute 10 minutes more. Add lentils and broth tomato paste. Heat to boiling and simmer for 1 hour. Add sliced kielbasa and wine and warm through. Use fully cooked kielbasa.

Submitted by RB1194

Cookbook creator says: added a can of great northern beans, tomato are Rotel. Used rainbow chard instead of spinach. Had some creole seasoning so I used that. Used Chicken Italian Sausage.

Submitted by SUZH58

You can make this as tangy as you like with the addition of cider vinegar at the end. Makes salt unnecessary,

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Submitted by IRUN4ME

This is a modification of Tal Ronnen's celery root soup, made over for low carbers. It's not vegan in this version because I use chicken fat and stock to replace the cashews, but you could make it vegetarian by switching out the chicken for cream &/or butter. The taste is sort of reminiscent of a good stuffing, and that is why I think it would be great as a first course for Thanksgiving, or any winter occasion.

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From Eat-Clean Diet Cookbook-pg 71

Submitted by BREN85017

This is really easy if you use frozen mashed butternut squash. No blender to wash. Just mix it all together and heat.

Submitted by JOEANNI

This hearty soup will warm you from the inside out.

My version of a recipe I found in the NY Times. I added curry powder and I omitted all the optionals at the end and it was FABULOUS!

Submitted by BELISANA

from Mastering the Art of French Cooking, 1971

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Submitted by FATTYGRAMS

Light Chilled soup packed with good wholesome protein.

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Submitted by FARMER77

If you have never had black-eyed peas from dryed you are in for a treat.

Submitted by JOEANNI

Very satisfying and high in nutrients. A main dish soup.

Submitted by GRAMMAELLEN

A broth-based soup with a kick to it

Submitted by KATIE123080

Straight out of the garden, this chilled soup is perfect for a hot summer day

Submitted by LIZRDY

This is a family favorite around here so I am glad it is reasonable in the cal department with out any changes though I should warn you one cup just isn't enough so make sure you have enough room for at least two. You can replace chicken broth with water to reduce cals more but be warned you lose some of the flavour.

Submitted by AMANDABIBLE2002

Quick and comparitively healthy - I use reduced fat bisquick for the dumplings. Awesomely good and filling - a good comfort food fix with a lot of protein.

NOTE: To make this lower sodium, find a low sodium bisquick alternative.

Submitted by HHUSTON

This is a great side dish to bring in the New Year. Serve with collard greens and cornbread.
Serving size is 1/4 cup.

Submitted by MARYDABNEY

If you love jambalaya, you'll love this healthier version!

Submitted by GRRLSCOUT224

Nothing beats a bowl of fresh, homemade chicken noodle soup.

A wonderfully hardy yet sweet coconut curry soup. This is for a mild curry. If you want to add some spice, simply add your favorite hot chili pepper, and/or additional red curry paste.

Submitted by BARRREC

My husband asks for this soup even though he hates cauliflower. The vegetable is well disguised by the creamy consistence of this blended soup.

Submitted by KATYBUGGED

This is a combination of two recipes I found and took what I liked of each to make this final dish. We love it and I hope y'all will too! :D Happy Sparking!

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