Sopa de Fideo

Sopa de Fideo is a comforting vegan soup featuring thin noodles simmered in a rich tomato broth, making it a perfect meal for any time of the year. This American twist on a classic dish is both hearty and satisfying, ideal for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Yellow onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Canned diced tomatoes - 400 grams
• Vegetable broth - 500 milliliters
• Fideo noodles - 100 grams
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh cilantro - for garnish

Steps

1. In a medium pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
2. Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrot, and diced celery. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
3. Add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juice), vegetable broth, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
5. Add the fideo noodles to the soup and continue to simmer for another 5-7 minutes, or until the noodles are tender.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 36 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from vegetables.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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