Azteca Soup

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
9%
Azteca Soup
45 min.
6
332kcal
83.28%sweetness
34.46%saltiness
100%sourness
25.42%bitterness
23.32%savoriness
81.03%fattiness
100%spiciness

Suggestions

This Azteca Soup is a wonderfully tasty, quick, low-calorie, and filling soup fit for a king (or queen)! It's perfect as a complete lunch or a substantial first course. With a variety of flavors and textures, this soup is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. The combination of avocado, basil, and lime gives it a fresh and tangy twist, while the tortilla chips add a satisfying crunch. Not to mention, it's vegetarian and gluten-free, so it's a great option for those with dietary restrictions. This soup is also a nutritional powerhouse, packed with vitamins and minerals, and offering a good balance of protein, fat, and carbohydrates. With a relatively low glycemic index and load, it's a great option for those watching their blood sugar levels. The preparation is simple and straightforward, making it an excellent choice for a quick and easy meal. Serve it up and transport yourself to the heart of Mexico, where bold flavors and vibrant colors reign supreme. So, what are you waiting for? It's time to spice up your life with this delicious Azteca Soup!

Ingredients

  •  avocado chopped
  • tablespoon basil sliced thin (chiffonade)
  • tablespoon basil sliced thin (chiffonade)
  • servings basil 
  • servings basil 
  • 28 oz canned tomatoes drained canned
  •  celery stalks chopped
  • teaspoon chili powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon cumin 
  • 0.5 cup ears corn fresh (preferably )
  • tablespoon garlic chopped
  •  jalapeno minced
  • teaspoons juice of lime 
  • servings tortilla chips 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  •  onion chopped
  • servings cream sour
  • cups vegetable stock 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • ladle

Directions

  1. In a medium saucepan, saute garlic, onions, jalapeno pepper, and celery in the olive oil for about 5 minutes.
  2. Add tomato pieces, chili powder, and cumin, and cook down over medium heat for about 10 minutes, stirring often.
  3. Add corn, basil, reserved tomato juice, and stock, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes.When ready to serve, remove soup from heat and stir in the lime juice and avocado. Break several nacho chips into each bowl, ladle in the soup, then top each with a spoonful of sour cream. Toss on a few basil shreds and stick a nacho chip on top.
  4. Serve immediately.
  5. Serve hot to 6 people as complete lunch - or as a substantial first course.Comments: A wonderfully tasty, quick, low calorie, and filling soup - fit for Montezuma after a hard day at the sacrificial altar.

Nutrition Facts

Calories332kcal
Protein7.07%
Fat46.79%
Carbs46.14%

Properties

Glycemic Index
88.17
Glycemic Load
4.81
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
16.522608695652%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.11mg
Epicatechin
0.12mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.05mg
Eriodictyol
0.04mg
Hesperetin
0.15mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Apigenin
0.05mg
Luteolin
0.06mg
Isorhamnetin
1.84mg
Kaempferol
0.24mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
7.6mg

Taste

Sweetness:
83.28%
Saltiness:
34.46%
Sourness:
100%
Bitterness:
25.42%
Savoriness:
23.32%
Fattiness:
81.03%
Spiciness:
100%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:331.91kcal
16.6%
Fat:18.42g
28.34%
Saturated Fat:3.48g
21.75%
Carbohydrates:40.87g
13.62%
Net Carbohydrates:33.4g
12.15%
Sugar:10.51g
11.68%
Cholesterol:7.08mg
2.36%
Sodium:909.91mg
39.56%
Protein:6.26g
12.53%
Vitamin K:43.65µg
41.58%
Fiber:7.46g
29.86%
Vitamin E:4.33mg
28.87%
Vitamin C:23.74mg
28.78%
Vitamin A:1145.19IU
22.9%
Manganese:0.45mg
22.45%
Vitamin B6:0.44mg
21.88%
Potassium:742.07mg
21.2%
Copper:0.38mg
19.23%
Magnesium:74.09mg
18.52%
Folate:65.06µg
16.26%
Phosphorus:160.91mg
16.09%
Iron:2.85mg
15.85%
Vitamin B3:2.84mg
14.18%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
13.78%
Vitamin B5:1.37mg
13.7%
Calcium:113.89mg
11.39%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.59%
Zinc:1.2mg
7.98%
Selenium:3.16µg
4.51%
Source:Foodista