Quick Mexican-Style Soup
1 can (14 ounces) fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth
1 large tomato, seeded and diced
1 can (4 ounces) chopped mild green chiles
¼ cup snipped fresh cilantro
1-2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
½ tablespoon olive oil (extra-virgin preferred)
¾ teaspoon ground cumin
In a medium saucepan, bring the broth to a boil over high heat. Stir in the tomato and green chiles. Return to a boil. Remove from the heat.
Stir in the remaining ingredients. Let stand, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
Serves four.
@Recipe nutrition:Nutrition values per serving: 35 calories, 2 g fat (0 saturated), 4 g carbohydrates, 2 g fiber, 1 g protein, 0 cholesterol, 132 mg sodium.
(2005 Clarkson Potter)
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