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I make these ahead and freeze them. I take two to work for easy low carb lunch.
Adaptation of Dr. Pierre Dukan's Basic Vinaigrette 2 for all phases of the Dukan Diet.
There are SO many different ways to change up this soup -- add different veggies and herbs to suit your taste or use up whatever is in your pantry. The key, though, is to start with a good, homemade chicken stock; if you must use store-bought, go with a low-sodium, fat-free version.
For a low-carb option, use as a filling for celery ribs or a fresh tomato instead of the usual crackers or sandwich.
I threw this together on a hot day when I wanted something crispy and refreshing. You could do any number of variations, like adding cucumber or carrot, or using fresh basil instead of mint. Have fun with it!
From www.stevepavlina.com (see his 4/16/2012 blog entry). I've made a few minor edits here in order to more accurately measure ingredients. This recipe is open to all sorts of interpretations -- have fun with it! I would recommend doubling the veggies (or adding other ones) so you're getting more veggies and less rice.
Avocado and Greek yogurt give this soup creaminess without the heavy cream! Use fresh-grown produce for the tastiest results.
My mother's chili didn't have a recipe -- she just dumped in this & that: ground beef, onion, garlic, kidney beans, tomato juice... and mine is pretty much the same. It changes depending on my mood and what I have on hand; some chopped green pepper is good, and I often use ground turkey instead of beef. Sometimes I use more seasoning, sometimes less, depending on my canned ingredients. It may not win any chili contests, but my family likes it! I've given instructions for making it in a Dutch oven, but you can also do it in a crockpot (brown the meat first in a skillet, then transfer to the crockpot & add other ingredients). The recipe as written here was declared by my family to have the "perfect balance of seasoning, not too spicy and not too mild".
You can use vegetable broth and omit the ham for a vegetarian version of this comfort dish.
Easy to make and a great source of protein & fiber, this is a versatile dish that can be served plain with tortilla chips, on top of a bed of fresh salad greens, or wrapped in a tortilla with some grilled chicken, seasoned ground turkey or beef.