Zesty Tomato Soup

Zesty Tomato Soup

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

CAL/SERV :

94

PREP TIME :

10 MINS

YIELDS :

4 SERVINGS

COOK TIME:

15 MINS

INGREDIENTS
  • 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)

INSTRUCTIONS
  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 (from Broccoli and Cheese).

Nutrition (per serving):

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.

 Courtesy of National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute