26 Scrumptious Healthy Soups from Your Slow Cooker

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26 Scrumptious Healthy Soups from Your Slow Cooker2/26 Slow-Cooker Sweet Potato Soup 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved JIM WIELAND FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 5 hours 15 min Servings 8 servings (2-1/2 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love that I can top this creamy soup with anything my heart desires, which means I can eat it several days in a row without ever having to have it the same way twice. You can substitute fresh onions and celery in this recipe if you prefer, but using the dried version makes it easy to throw together

on a weekday morning

on a weekday morning. —Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 1-1/4 cups: 215 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 637mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 5g fiber), 5g protein. 3/26 French Lentil and Carrot Soup 11 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 6 hours 30 min Servings 6 servings (2-1/4 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: It’s crazy how just a few ingredients can make such a difference. Using finely chopped rotisserie chicken in this recipe makes it perfect for a busy weeknight meal, but you can leave the chicken out

if you prefer

if you prefer. —Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 338 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 53mg cholesterol, 738mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 7g fiber), 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 1 vegetable. 4/26 Turkey Noodle Soup 13 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Old-Fashioned Turkey Noodle Soup Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 5 hours 30 min Servings 10 servings (3-3/4 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Make the most of leftover turkey with this down-home soup. Creating a broth by roasting the turkey, garlic and vegetables adds richness and depth

to the flavor without the need for additional fats

to the flavor without the need for additional fats. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 188 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 66mg cholesterol, 670mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 starch. 5/26 Slow-Cooker Creamy Cauliflower Soup 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Slow-Cooker Creamy Cauliflower Soup Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 6 hours 20 min Servings 14 servings (3-1/2 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love indulgent cream soups but not the fat that goes along with them. In this healthier version,

Diabetic exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 starch

the soup’s velvety texture makes it feel rich and the spicy kick warms you up in a flash. —Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 80 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 434mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 starch. 6/26 General Tso’s Stew 13 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved General Tso’s Stew Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 2 hours 10 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love Asian food and wanted a chili-like soup with the distinctive flavors

of General Tso’s chicken

of General Tso’s chicken. The slow cooker makes this super easy, and you can use any meat you like. It’s wonderful with turkey, ground meats or leftover pork. —Lori McLain, Denton, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 222 calories, 9g fat (2g saturated fat), 67mg cholesterol, 791mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 1/2 fat. 7/26 Slow-Cooker Black Bean Soup 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Slow-Cooker Black Bean Soup Recipe photo by Kristina Vanni for Taste of Home Total Time 6 hours 15 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From

This recipe is healthy and so easy, thanks to the slow cooker! —

the Recipe Creator: Life can get really crazy with young children, but I never want to compromise when it comes to cooking. This recipe is healthy and so easy, thanks to the slow cooker! —Angela Lemoine, Howell, New Jersey Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 117 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 616mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 5g fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch. 8/26 Slow-Cooker Split Pea Soup 37 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 8 hours 15 min Servings 8 servings (2 quarts) Go to

Just throw the ingredients in the slow-cooker, turn it on, and dinner is done

Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When I have leftover ham in the fridge, I always like to make this soup. Just throw the ingredients in the slow-cooker, turn it on, and dinner is done. —Pamela Chambers, West Columbia, South Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 266 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 21mg cholesterol, 728mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 15g fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 starch, 2 lean meat. 9/26 Pork Vegetable Soup 16 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Pork Vegetable Soup Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 7 hours 20 min Servings 6 servings (2 quarts) Go

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 1-1/2 starch

to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Chockfull of tender pork, veggies and savory flavor, this nutritious soup fills the house with a wonderful aroma as it cooks! Deb Hall – Huntington, Indiana Nutrition Facts: 1-1/3 cups: 258 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 42mg cholesterol, 357mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 5g fiber), 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 1-1/2 starch. 10/26 Hearty Beef Veggie Soup 6 Reviews Hearty Beef Veggie Soup Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 3 hours 10 min Servings 9 servings (2-1/4 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Here’s

a slow-cooked meal-in-one just perfect for chilly winter nights

a slow-cooked meal-in-one just perfect for chilly winter nights. It’s nice to come home to a hearty soup that’s ready to eat. It goes well with a fruit salad and bread. —Colleen Jubl, Dayton, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 162 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 380mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 3g fiber), 13g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 lean meat. 11/26 Curry Lentil Soup 3 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved MARK DERSE FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 35 min Servings 8 servings (2 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

This curry soup might be vegan, but it’s still as creamy as ever

This curry soup might be vegan, but it’s still as creamy as ever. If you prefer a meatier bowl, toss some chicken and chicken broth into the recipe. —Kijan Zendi, San Diego, California Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 365 calories, 16g fat (16g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 493mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 7g fiber), 16g protein. 12/26 Texas Black Bean Soup 29 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 4 hours 5 min Servings 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This hearty meatless stew made with convenient canned items is

perfect for spicing up a family gathering on a cool day

perfect for spicing up a family gathering on a cool day. It tastes as if it’s made with love and yet it requires so little time and attention. —Pamela Scott, Garland, Texas. Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 91 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 609mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 4g protein. 13/26 Avgolemono Soup 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Avgolemono Soup Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 2 hours 50 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: While “avgolemono” may be tricky to pronounce if you didn’t grow up eating

traditional Greek food, the recipe itself couldn’t be simpler

traditional Greek food, the recipe itself couldn’t be simpler. A quintessential Greek dish, this avgolemono soup is made using pantry staples and results in a meal that’s pure comfort food. —Lauren Habermehl, Pewaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 392 calories, 22g fat (7g saturated fat), 245mg cholesterol, 701mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 34g protein. 14/26 Fresh Pumpkin Soup 11 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Dan Roberts for Taste of Home Total Time 8 hours 50 min Servings 9 servings (2-1/4 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This appealing soup harvests the fall flavors of just-picked pumpkins

and tart apples and is sure to warm you up on a crisp autumn day

and tart apples and is sure to warm you up on a crisp autumn day. I top the creamy puree with a sprinkling of toasted pumpkin seeds. —Jane Shapton, Irvine, California Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 102 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 567mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1/2 fruit. 15/26 Cioppino 30 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Cioppino Recipe Recipe photo by Christine Ma for Taste of Home Total Time 4 hours 40 min Servings 8 servings (2-1/2 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: If you’re looking for

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 vegetable

a great seafood recipe for your slow cooker, this classic fish stew is just the ticket. It’s brimming with clams, crab, fish and shrimp, and it is fancy enough to be an elegant meal. —Lisa Moriarty, Wilton, New Hampshire Nutrition Facts: 1-1/4 cups: 205 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 125mg cholesterol, 483mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 3g fiber), 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 vegetable. 16/26 Beef & Black Bean Soup 14 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Beef & Black Bean Soup Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 6 hours 10 min Servings 10 servings

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