zesty tomato soup recipe

 

zesty tomato soup 

not your traditional tomato soup, this quick-cooking dish can be a side or light main meal

1 can (14½ oz) no-salt-added diced tomatoes

1 C jarred roasted red peppers, drained (or substitute fresh roasted red peppers; see tip)

1 C fat-free evaporated milk

1 tsp garlic powder

¼ tsp ground black pepper

2 Tbsp fresh basil, rinsed and chopped

(or 2 tsp dried)

1. Combine tomatoes and red peppers in a blender or food processor. Puree until smooth.

2. Put tomato mixture in a medium saucepan, and bring to a boil over medium heat.

3. Add evaporated milk, garlic powder, and pepper. Return to a boil, and gently simmer for 5 minutes.

4. Add basil, and serve.

5. Optional step: Serve with whole-wheat croutons sprinkled on top 

 

Older children can make the recipe themselves.

prep time:

10 minutes

cook time:

15 minutes

yield:

4 servings

serving size:

1 C soup

each serving provides:

calories 94

total fat 0 g

saturated fat 0 g

cholesterol 0 mg

sodium 231 mg

total fiber 2 g

protein 5 g

carbohydrates 16 g

potassium 234 mg

vitamin A 15%

vitamin C 15%

calcium 0%

iron 2%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.