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Orange-Scented Beet Soup with Chives

Beets and apples add filling fiber to each bowl; plus, apples' antioxidants may help prevent metabolic syndrome, a condition characterized by excess belly fat.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

2

cans (14.5 ounces each) sliced beets, drained (reserve liquid)

1

McIntosh apple, peeled, cored and chopped

1

/4 cup chopped shallots

1

teaspoon brown sugar

Grated zest of 1 orange

1

/4 teaspoon salt

1

/2 cup orange juice

2

tablespoon balsamic vinegar

2

teaspoon fresh lemon juice

2

tablespoon chopped fresh chives

2

ounce goat cheese

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Preparation

  1. Pulse beets, apple, shallots, sugar, zest and salt in a food processor until pureed. Add reserved beet liquid; pulse until smooth. Transfer beet mixture to a bowl; stir in orange juice, vinegar and lemon juice. Cover and chill until cold, 1 hour. Divide among 4 bowls; garnish with chives and cheese before serving.

Nutrition Per Serving

Per serving: 153 calories
3 grams fat (2 grams saturated)
27 grams carbohydrates
4 grams fiber
5 grams protein
#### Nutritional analysis provided by Self