The Zero Point Soup is essentially a vegetable soup that is rich in nutrients but low in calories. What makes it particularly appealing to those on the Weight Watchers program is that all its ingredients are from the zero points list, meaning you can enjoy this soup without having to use any of your daily points allowance.
Anybody else looking forward to the Fall season? I know I am. It's almost soup season again, and I thought I'd kick start it a bit by posting this tortilla soup recipe.
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💛 Why You Will Like This Recipe
I've made many zero point soup recipes on this blog like this Zero Point Cabbage Soup recipe. It does really well and readers really like it. I thought I would post another variation of the famous Zero Point Soup. You might also like this Trisha Yearwood's Chicken Tortilla Soup or Broccoli Cheddar Soup Weight Watchers.
Well, it's more like 2 Smart Points per serving, but still, who doesn't love Tortilla Soup? Since this soup is so low in points, you can top it with your favorite Tortilla soup toppings such as cheese, chicke,n or some tortilla chips for an easy and low point lunch. Just remember to count the points, though.
This soup is only 51 calories per serving, can you believe that? Hello Fall soups here I come
Ingredients Needed for Tortilla Soup
- Chicken broth - The best type of stock to use is one that is homemade. For canned stock, I look for ones that say reduced sodium or fat free.
- Salsa - use your favorite jar at the grocery store
- Cans of diced tomatoes - I always look for cans that say lower sodium on them to reduce the salt content
- Vegetables - red pepper, chopped, green pepper, chopped, celery ribs chopped, green onions chopped, garlic cloves chopped, onion
- Cilantro - use the fresh cilantro found in the produce aisle. If you don't like cilantro, use fresh parsley.
- Cumin - is a member of the parsley family. It is a dried seed that is made from a plant called Cuminum cyminum.
- Chili powder - Is a blend of mixed red chilis that have been dried up and pulverized until it resembles powder. Sometimes other spices like cumin and paprika.
- Fat free sour cream or greek yogurt - greek yogurt is zero points on WW
- Flour, to thicken (I only use 1 because I don't like thick soup)
- Skinless chicken breasts - cooked and shredded
- See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
How to Make Zero Point Tortilla Soup
Step 1 Simmer onions, garlic, green onions, peppers, and celery in a pan until tender.
Step 2 Add in chicken broth, (reserve 4 tablespoons of chicken broth for later), salsa, and diced tomatoes. Then add in the spices.
Step 3 Whisk the flour and reserved chicken broth in a bowl and add that to the pot with the chicken. Let that simmer until soup is thickened.Garnish with cheese, tortilla chips, etc. (optional)
Pro Tips for Zero Point Soup
- Chop the vegetables evenly: Cutting the vegetables into similar-sized pieces helps them cook at the same rate.
- Don't rush the simmer: Let the soup simmer long enough for the vegetables to become tender and for the flavors to develop.
- Taste before serving: Depending on the broth and seasonings you use, you may want to add a little extra salt, pepper, garlic powder, or Italian seasoning.
- Customize the vegetables: Use whatever vegetables you have on hand. Cabbage, zucchini, green beans, carrots, celery, and tomatoes all work well.
- Make a big batch: This soup is easy to double, making it perfect for lunches throughout the week or stocking the freezer.
- Add protein if desired: If you want a heartier meal, add cooked chicken, turkey, or lean ground beef.
Serving Suggestions
Weight Watchers Zero Point Soup is filling enough to enjoy on its own, but you can also serve it with a light side for a more complete meal.
Try serving it with a small salad, a piece of whole-grain toast, crackers, or a sandwich. You can also top your bowl with fresh herbs, green onions, or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
Storage and Freezing
Store leftover Zero Point Soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave or warm the soup on the stovetop until heated through.
This soup freezes very well. Allow it to cool completely before transferring it to freezer-safe containers or bags. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave.
For easy portions, freeze the soup in individual containers so you can thaw and reheat exactly what you need.
Meal Prep
Weight Watchers Zero Point Soup is an excellent meal-prep recipe because it makes multiple servings and reheats easily.
Prepare the soup at the beginning of the week and divide it into individual meal-prep containers. Store the portions in the refrigerator for quick lunches or dinners throughout the week.
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Weight Watchers Zero Point Tortilla Soup
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 30 min
- Total Time: 40 min
- Yield: 9 1x
- Category: Easy
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Description
Since the Zero Point Cabbage Soup recipe was doing so well, I thought I would post another variation of the famous Zero Point Soup.
Ingredients
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 2 (12 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low-fat chicken broth
- 1⁄3 cup salsa
- 1⁄2 red pepper, chopped
- 1⁄2 green pepper, chopped
- 3 -4 celery ribs, chopped
- 1⁄3 cup fresh cilantro
- 1⁄2 teaspoon cumin
- 1⁄2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1⁄2 teaspoon basil
- 4 tablespoons fat free sour cream or greek yogurt
- 4 tablespoons flour, to thicken (I only use 1 because I don't like thick soup)
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (cooked)
Instructions
- Simmer onions, garlic, green onions, peppers, and celery in a pan until tender.
- Add in chicken broth, (reserve 4 tablespoons of chicken broth for later), salsa, and diced tomatoes. Then add in the spices.
- Whisk the flour and reserved chicken broth in a bowl and add that to the pot with the chicken. Let that simmer until soup is thickened.
Garnish with cheese, tortilla chips, etc. (optional)
- Serving Size: 1 cup
Notes
Smart Points: 1
My WW Personal Points: 1 Click here to see in recipe builder (will have to log in)
Points Plus: 0
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 51
- Sugar: 4.4
- Fat: .4
- Carbohydrates: 10.8
- Fiber: 2.1
- Protein: 2.1
Sharron says
I made this today for lunch! I followed the easy instructions and it came out perfect & delicious!! I also didn't use all the flour - thanks for the tip!
Cyndi says
It does says 'put all ingredients in pot' so I assumed they wall went in. And if the sour cream is supposed to be a garnish, and it says 4tbsp, does that mean this i supposed to be 4 servings? I got 8 2-cup containers out of this recipe.
Cyndi says
I put the sour cream right in the soup, and I threw everything right in the crock pot. I did add 2 chicken breasts, which I took out and shredded once it was all cooked, and put it back in the soup. It wasn't clear whether the cilantro and sour cream were garnish, or ingredients in the soup, so I just threw everything in. The recipe definitely needs to be more clear, as well as listing serving size.