Sopa de Fideos

Sopa de Fideos is a comforting Mexican noodle soup infused with rich flavors of tomatoes and spices. This vegan version offers a delightful combination of hearty ingredients, perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Vermicelli noodles - 100 grams
• Vegetable broth - 500 milliliters
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Onion - 1/2 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 small, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lime - 1, juiced
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Cumin - 1/2 teaspoon
• Chili powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
2. Add the diced carrot and celery to the pot, cooking for another 5 minutes until they soften.
3. Stir in the diced tomato, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 3-5 minutes until the tomatoes start to break down.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Once boiling, add the vermicelli noodles and reduce the heat to a simmer.
5. Cook the noodles according to package instructions, usually around 5-7 minutes, until tender.
6. Remove from heat and stir in the lime juice and chopped cilantro.
7. Serve hot, garnished with additional cilantro and lime wedges if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 38 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 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.
• Low in calories, making it a great option for weight management.

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