11 Best Fat-Burning Soups You Need To Try

 

Soups are one of the more wholesome foods you can eat. Nothing like enjoying a hot bowl on a cold winter’s night. You can be on a diet and still enjoy your favorite soups. You just have to make them from scratch. Ready-made soups can hide calories. In today’s article, we’ll be talking about the 11 best fat-burning soups. What makes pumpkin soup and butternut squash top choices? How about clam chowder and broccoli cheddar? Is french onion soup weight loss friendly? We’ll be talking about all of this and more.

11 Best Fat-Burning Soups You Need To Try

Pumpkin Soup

If there was one soup I would whole-heartedly recommend to everyone, I would say pumpkin soup. Pumpkin is an incredibly nutritious veggie that offers you loads of fiber, antioxidants, and vitamin A. You also get a generous amount of vitamin C, potassium, and manganese among other nutrients. Pumpkin is one of the best veggies to include in your daily diet. And pumpkin soup is a flavorful, healthy way to do so.

It’s even better if you eat it post-workout. Wondering why? Pumpkin has lots of potassium. More than bananas. Potassium helps in post-workout recovery as it soothes your muscles. One serving of pumpkin soup will give you under 160 calories and 9 grams of fat.

Butternut squash soup

Butternut squash soup is unbeatable when it comes to nutrition and taste. It’s just the right amount of creamy. You’ll get only 150 calories per cup, 3.5 grams of fat, and 490 milligrams of sodium. This soup is also packed with loads of omega 3 fatty acids, vitamin A, and fiber. There’s a bit more going into the soup other than butternut squash. You’ll need grated ginger, onion, and bacon as well. All further adding to the nutritional value. Green apple and low sodium chicken broth perfectly balance the flavor and texture.

Chicken Noodle Soup

Got a cold? How about a sore throat? Drink warm chicken noodle soup. Calling it a soup that soothes the soul is not an exaggeration. This soup has everything you need to comfort yourself and feel good. All without heavy calories, too much sodium, or fat overload. Just make sure you’re making it fresh from home. The store-bought canned soup is loaded with sodium, Trans fat, and preservatives. Honestly, it doesn’t taste good either. Homemade chicken noodle soup will give you under 225 calories, 4 grams of fat, and 720 milligrams of sodium.

Minestrone

Do you eat enough fruits and veggies daily? Or do you keep promising yourself to eat healthier the next day? Minestrone soup is a sure-shot way to get your veggies. Get as many veggies as you can from your refrigerator. Put them all in a big pot and let it simmer. Just make sure you add a spoonful of jarred pesto. It will bring all the veggies together adding a unique texture to your Minestrone soup. Sip this soup while it’s still hot! One serving of Minestrone gives around 200 calories, 5 grams of fat, and 490 milligrams of sodium.

Tortilla

Chicken soup comforts the soul. Tortilla comforts your heart. Isn’t this one and the same? Nope. Tortilla soup is chicken soup's biggest competitor lately. Particularly in the comfort food category. Tortilla soup brings the best of both worlds together. It has pulled chicken and tomato broth. But its own classic twist. Make sure you opt for homemade tortilla soup, as the restaurant version is mostly loaded with sodium. Homemade tortilla soup will give you 300 calories per serving, 11 grams of fat, and 550 milligrams of sodium.

Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Traditional broccoli cheddar soup leans heavily towards the cheesier side. Definitely not weight loss-friendly. But what if we turn the tables? What if broccoli becomes the front runner and cheese plays second fiddle? You’ll get lots of vitamin C, antioxidants, and just the right amount of healthy fats. Sounds like a winning combo. Well, you can make this winning combo in your own kitchen by changing the traditional recipe. You’ll need 8 ounces of this, and let it simmer until only 4 ounces are left. That's how you get a creamy broccoli cheddar soup.

Need exact ratios? It’s simple. You'll need diced onion (one), a big carrot, and a broccoli head. One tablespoon of butter and flour each. A cup of beer and low-sodium chicken broth. One cup of shredded cheddar cheese to go with two cups of milk. This soup will give you less than 300 calories per serving along with 17 grams of fat and 580 milligrams of sodium.

French Onion Soup

Tears can be rewarding. Particularly if they were shed while chopping onions for a bowl of delicious French onion soup. This soup takes a bit of time to make. But you won’t regret it. It’s not an exaggeration when I say I’m obsessed with a French onion soup. Pair it up with fresh arugula salad with a light dressing and roasted veggies. Trust me, you’ll absolutely love them. Meat lovers can opt for buttery seafood with this soup.

The combination will be a delight for your tastebuds. And all of them are weight-loss friendly. You can eat a low-fat version while cooking seafood. French onion soup gives you just 230 calories and 8 grams of fat. You’ll get 720 milligrams of sodium from it.

Clam Chowder Soup

If thick creamy soups are your favorite, you will love clam chowder soup. The ultimate clam chowder soup has just the right amount of dairy. It should be light, so it doesn’t sit in your stomach for too long. You can choose milk to go with the broth of clam juice. Smokey-flavored bacon pairs perfectly with the brine of the clams. All of this for just 270 calories and 6 grams of fat. You’ll get 650 milligrams of sodium. Ready to enjoy a perfectly creamy soup?

Split Pea Soup

If there was an award being given to the heroes of the health world, split peas would be a strong contender. Most people have a love-hate relationship with this lentil. But if you’re really serious about your health, you need to find a way to just love them. They are really nutritious. All thanks to loads of fiber, B vitamins, protein, iron, and even folates. Split pea soup comes under 300 calories per serving. You get 3.5 grams of fat and 780 milligrams of sodium. Pair it with smoked ham and allow it to simmer slowly.

Trust me, your split pea soup is going to taste amazing. The thick creamy broth complements the texture of the ham, as well as the split peas. Veggies further increase the nutritional value. You can cook a batch of this soup in advance for those long winter nights when all you want to do is watch your favorite movie while sipping hot soup.

Roasted Tomato Soup

Did you honestly think we would do this list without mentioning this famous soup? It’s delicious and part of so many childhood memories. When we got sick, our moms would get us hot tomato soup. Feels good, doesn’t it? You can enjoy a bowl of piping hot tomato soup even when you’re dieting. Just remember not to overload it with butter, cheese, or deep-fried croutons. Roast tomatoes, as it increases the tomato’s taste.

Every spoonful of tomato soup will hit you with tempting flavors and texture. Roasting concentrates the sugar in tomatoes, which further enhances the taste. You can pair it with a grilled cheese sandwich made from wholewheat bread. One serving of tomato soup gives you around 130 calories. Awesome, right? You’ll also get just 7 grams of fat and 370 milligrams of sodium. I call that a big win!

Chicken Dumpling Soup

If you love chicken-flavored soups, you’re going to love this soup even more. Chicken dumpling soup is filling, tasty, and gives you only 380 calories per serving. Have it as a meal at dinner and see how quickly you lose weight. Chicken dumpling soup is made from savory broth, shredded chicken, and root vegetables. Roux is added to the soup base to thicken the texture. There are fluffy dumplings that add even more of a delicious twist.

All of this for 12 grams of fat and 819 milligrams of sodium. Weight loss isn’t just about what you eat. It’s also about what NOT to eat, and learning tips.