Does anyone have any good soup recipes? I am on the pre-op diet and I am sick of Campbells soup!

I usally get chicken broth and put some of my fav veggies in there. if you want a little more protein, you can get some frozen butternut squash to thicken it a little

Simmer some cubed zucchini and onion with some chicken broth. Blend it until smooth, add a little skim milk for protein and a touch of grated parm cheese for added flavor. If you need to thicken it you can always add a few tablespoons of instant mashed potatoes.

I just did the same thing with broccoli and plan on doing it with cauliflower and asparagus.

I also made homemade chicken broth with veggies and blended them so the texture was smooth. It was a nice change from the average cup of broth.

Give them a try...plus the homemade ones won't have as much sodium. I think you'll like them.

Take Care!

Make your own soups... I use everything I find in the fridge... no particular recipe... I love to cook.... Experiement with herbs.... that will liven things up.

I am on full liquids after sugery and found that my favorite ready made soup is Pacific brand Sweat Red Pepper and Tomato Soup (Organic). I am not into organic but that's the only way this flavor comes. I really like it and I don't like tomato soup. Go figure.

I am on full liquids after sugery and found that my favorite ready made soup is Pacific brand Sweat Red Pepper and Tomato Soup (Organic). I am not into organic but that's the only way this flavor comes. I really like it and I don't like tomato soup. Go figure.

Do they have enough protien?

Watch the sodium in the soups you buy off the shelf. With that said, I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this Cashew Ginger Carrot by Pacific Naturals and the Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato. They also have low sodium soups out now. They are soooo good. Usually found in the health food isle or organic section. Totally worth the extra money to get through the liquids, post op diet and fills... thats a lot of soup!

As my surgeon has you eat the soup and then have a protein shake I have not worried about the protein content of the soup. I did purchase unflavored Unjury protein powder. I suppose I could add that to the soup to cover protein requirements if neccesary.

when I can't make my own, I love those soups. I haven't tried the carrot ginger yet. Maybe I will get that tomorrow. My kids even love them. I put them in their sippy cups and they drink them. This is how I get them to eat vegetables. Prior to my surgery, I also used them as the base for some of my other recipes. They are great sounds to have in the pantry.

I have a recipe for roasted red pepper soup that is awesome if you are interested. It is excellent. I also use a pressure cooker to cut down on cooking time.

Does anyone have any good soup recipes? I am on the pre-op diet and I am sick of Campbells soup!

Gazpacho at this time of year is perfect.