Sopa de Legumes

Sopa de Legumes is a vibrant, nutritious Brazilian vegetable soup that is low in carbohydrates yet rich in flavor. This comforting dish combines a variety of fresh vegetables to create a hearty and satisfying meal perfect for any time of the year.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 200 grams, diced
• Cauliflower - 150 grams, chopped into florets
• Green bell pepper - 100 grams, diced
• Carrot - 100 grams, diced
• Tomato - 150 grams, diced
• Onion - 50 grams, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - 10 grams, chopped

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent.
3. Stir in the diced carrot and green bell pepper, cooking for about 5 minutes until slightly softened.
4. Add the cauliflower florets and zucchini, stirring well to combine.
5. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
6. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
7. Add the diced tomatoes, salt, and black pepper, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
8. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 400 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 a variety of vegetables.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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