Apple and Onion Soup
This recipe combines apples and onions, two of nature’s best sources of quercetin, a bioflavonoid that has strong anti-cancer properties. Studies have associated the consumption of both apples and onions with a reduced risk of many cancers.
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp canola oil
- 2 medium yellow onions, sliced
- 1 small leek, chopped
- 1/2 Tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1/2 Tbsp fresh thyme
- 3 organic apples, cut into small dices
- 6 cups fat-free, low-sodium vegetable broth
Directions
- Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté until golden.
- Pour in the broth and bring to the boil over medium-high heat. Add the apples, and reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer for 10 minutes.
Nutritional Information
Nutrition facts for this Apple and Onion Soup are provided per 100 grams, per recipe (2321 grams), and per portion (387 grams) in the table below. The Percent Daily Values are provided in brackets.
| Per 100 g | Per Recipe | Per Portion | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Energy in kcal | 28 (1%) | 639 (32%) | 107 (5%) | Low calorie meal |
| Protein in g | 0 (0%) | 5 (11%) | 1 (2%) | NA |
| Total Fat in g | 1 (1%) | 16 (24%) | 3 (4%) | Low in fat |
| Saturated Fat in g | 0 (0%) | 1 (5%) | 0 (1%) | Low in saturated fat |
| Carbohydrates in g | 5 (2%) | 127 (42%) | 21 (7%) | NA |
| Fiber in g | 1 (4%) | 24 (98%) | 4 (16%) | Good source of fiber |
| Sodium in mg | 38 (2%) | 881 (37%) | 147 (6%) | Relatively low in sodium |
| Cholesterol in mg | 0 (0%) | 0 (0%) | 0 (0%) | Cholesterol free |
