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Zucchini and Tomato Soup
 
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
Ready In: 15 Minutes
Servings: 4
Quick Lunch.Easy on calories. Microwaveable. Healthy and inexpensive! Try it...you'll like it!
Ingredients:
2 cups zucchini, shredded coarsely
1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
2 1/2-3 cups water
1 teaspoon low-sodium instant chicken bouillon granules
1/2 teaspoon dry basil (i prefer fresh and add more)
1/2 teaspoon dry oregano
1 clove garlic
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can no-salt-added whole tomatoes, drained and chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon parmesan cheese, and extra for garnish.
Directions:
1. Combine the first 7 ingredients in a 2 1/2 qt.
2. casserrole.
3. Vover with a heavy-duty plastic wrap for the microwave- don't forget to leave a vent for steam.
4. Microwave at HI for 18 min.
5. or until the zucchini is tender, stirring after 9 min.
6. Now, add tomatoes and microwave at high 1 1/2 min.
7. Stir in your lemon juice and the pepper.
8. Don't put it back in the microwave your pepper will get very spicy.
9. Ladle the soup evenly into 4 bowls and sprinkle them with about a tsp.
10. of parmesan cheese each.
11. This is a quick and easy lunch at about 38 calories per 1-cup serving.
By RecipeOfHealth.com