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1 2 Cup Soup Recipe

This isn't your grandma's soup recipe! It's a flexible, adaptable method for creating a light and satisfying bowl of goodness using whatever fresh ingredients you have on hand. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a light lunch, this recipe emphasizes fresh flavors and simple techniques. Customize it with your favorite vegetables, proteins, and grains for endless delicious possibilities! Learn the art of improvisational cooking and discover a new favorite soup.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 313.8 kcal
Protein 36g
Rating 4.3 (3 Reviews)
1 2 Cup Soup

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for 1 2 Cup Soup

  • Olive Oil
  • Onion
  • 2 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
  • Fresh Parsley
  • Hot Pepper Flakes
  • Carrot
  • Mushroom
  • Green Beans
  • Garbanzo Beans
  • Cooked Rice
  • Cooked Chicken
  • Celery
  • Zucchini
  • Green Peas
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

How to Make 1 2 Cup Soup

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a small Dutch oven or pot over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 cup chopped vegetables (onions, carrots, celery, etc.) and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until softened.
  3. Pour in 2 cups of chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option). Bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Add ½ cup cooked beans (cannellini, chickpeas, etc.), ½ cup cooked rice or pasta (optional).
  5. Continue to simmer for 5-10 minutes, or until the rice/pasta is cooked through and the flavors have melded.
  6. Stir in 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley and a pinch of red pepper flakes (optional).
  7. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy! Garnish with extra parsley or a squeeze of lemon if desired.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

49 g

Sugar

22g

Fat

11g

Carbs

10g

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