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Super Speedy Pasta and Bean Soup

Serves: 4

Prep Time: 8-10 minutes

Cook Time: 8-10 minutes

Nutrition Score per serving:

296 calories, .45 g calcium, 54.5 g carbs, (74%), 1 g fat (3%), 11 g fiber, 17 g protein (23%)
A fresh and zesty way to satisfy your appetite.

Ingredients

8 cups low-sodium, fat-free chicken broth
1 cup alphabet pasta (or any small pasta)
1 15-ounce can cut green beans, rinsed and drained
1 11-ounce can white corn, rinsed and drained
1 15-ounce can black or white beans, rinsed and drained
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Place broth in a medium pot and bring to a boil. Add pasta and cook until pasta is al dente, about 5 minutes. Add green beans, corn, and beans (black or white). Simmer 2 minutes to heat through. Taste and adjust seasonings with salt and pepper.

Boost Nutrition: Stir in two 6-ounce cans of chicken, drained and rinsed to add 72 calories, 19 g carbs, 1 g fat, 12 g protein, and 45 mg calcium. Stir in two 6-ounce cans small shrimp, rinsed and drained to add 68 calories, 1 g carbs, 2 g fat, 11 g fiber, < 14 g protein, 1 g saturated fat, and 30 mg calcium.

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