Soup's On

Are you having a difficult time getting in your 3 to 5 serving of vegetables a day?  Enjoying two cups of vegetable soup should do the trick.  Not only is vegetable soup SOUPer nutritious but it is also a great way to fill up before a big meal.  This way we will eat less at meal time.  A small serving of vegetable soup also makes a great mid-day snack.  If sodium is a concern, look for healthier, lower-sodium options.  These soups should have less than 480 mg of sodium per serving. 

Making your own vegetable soup is quick and easy.  In a large sauce pan heat 1 T. olive oil, one small onion, 1 tsp of garlic, oregano and basil; add 2 cups of your favorite mixed frozen vegetables and 4 cups of low-sodium vegetable broth.  Bring to a boil and then allow the soup to simmer for about 15 minutes.  If you want a thicker soup, puree half of the soup and add it back to the rest of the soup and stir until everything is blended.  Enjoy!