Sopa de Acelgas

Sopa de Acelgas is a comforting Spanish soup featuring tender Swiss chard and a medley of flavorful ingredients, perfect for a low-carb diet. This nourishing dish is both hearty and healthy, making it ideal for a light meal or starter.

Ingredients

• Swiss chard - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Vegetable broth - 500 milliliters
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Parmesan cheese - 30 grams, grated (optional)

Steps

1. Wash the Swiss chard thoroughly, remove the stems, and chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
2. In a medium pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and carrot, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, and paprika, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
4. Add the chopped Swiss chard to the pot and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes.
5. Pour in the vegetable broth, bring to a simmer, and let it cook for 15 minutes.
6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then stir in the lemon juice.
7. Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 5 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A, C, and K from Swiss chard, supporting immune function and bone health.
• Low in carbs, making it suitable for low-carb and ketogenic diets.

Tags