Fiber plays a crucial role in maintaining overall health, aiding in digestion, regulating blood sugar levels, and promoting heart health. While it’s commonly associated with whole grains, fruits, and legumes, vegetables are also excellent sources of fiber.
Incorporating a variety of vegetables into your diet is a simple yet effective way to increase your fiber intake. High fiber soups, in particular, offer a convenient and delicious means of incorporating a plethora of vegetables into your meals.
Not only does this provide essential nutrients, but it can also help combat bloating and promote feelings of fullness, making it an excellent option for those looking to manage their weight or improve digestive health.
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TikTok creator and dietitian Steph Grasso, MS, RD, shared one of her go-to high-fiber soup recipes that can help you get your vegetable servings and also aid in bloating. Keep reading to learn about this healthy lentil soup.
She starts by dicing up white onions, chopping lots of garlic, peeling and slicing 2 carrots along with two celery sticks. She added those veggies to a pot along with her seasonings, which were garlic powder, thyme, and oregano.
Steph then rinsed two cups of dried lentils and six cups of veggie broth and proceeded to add that to the pot. Crushed tomatoes were the next thing to be added, along with nutrient-dense veggies she found in her fridge which were bok choy and spinach. She gave those a good stir until they were cooked, then enjoyed a bowl for herself!
Steph notes that this soup carries 15 to 16 grams of dietary fiber per 1 cup of soup, “which is almost 50% of your daily needs.” The spinach and bok choy adds more nutrients, especially fiber, which can aid in digestion.
The diced white onions, garlic, carrots, and celery provide a flavorful base rich in nutrients and fiber, plus, these vegetables are known for their digestive benefits and can help support a healthy gut microbiome. Lentils, a key ingredient in the soup, are high in both fiber and protein, further aiding in digestion and promoting satiety.
Including nutrient-dense vegetables like bok choy and spinach not only boosts the fiber content of the soup but also provides essential vitamins and minerals that support overall health. Spinach is a powerful leafy green, and can even aid in a healthier brain!
You can enjoy this lentil soup throughout the week by freezing any leftovers. Not only does it offer convenience, but it also helps alleviate bloating and supports digestive health.
