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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)