Spicy Lime Avocado Soup

Spicy Lime Avocado Soup

My husband tried to tell me not to submit this recipe… he doesn’t want the whole world to know about it, but I say share what you have! Serve with warm tortilla chips and a nice large mojito. Top with sour cream or creme fraiche if desired.

Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
22 mins
Total Time:
52 mins
Yield:
4 servings
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large white onion, chopped, divided
  • 3 limes, juiced
  • 1 cup chopped cilantro, divided
  • 2 jalapeno peppers, halved and thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium chicken bouillon powder
  • 3 large firm-ripe avocados, cut into chunks
  • ¼ cup crumbled queso fresco, or to taste

Directions

Step 1
Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Add chicken; boil until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), about 7 minutes. Drain.

Step 2
Run cool water over chicken to speed cooling process. Shred or finely slice chicken.

Step 3
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1/2 onion, lime juice, 1/2 cup cilantro, jalapeno peppers, and garlic until onion is slightly greenish in color, about 5 minutes.

Step 4
Combine 4 cups water and bouillon powder in a small bowl. Pour into the pot. Let cook until just heated through, about 5 minutes. Stir chicken into the pot.

Step 5
Ladle soup into 4 bowls. Top with remaining 1/2 onion, 1/2 cup cilantro, avocado, and queso fresco.

Recipe Tip

Substitute Monterey Jack or mozzarella cheese for the queso fresco if preferred.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

495
Calories
37g
Fat
29g
Carbs
19g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 495
% Daily Value *
Total Fat37g 48%
Saturated Fat6g 31%
Cholesterol34mg 11%
Sodium539mg 23%
Total Carbohydrate29g 11%
Dietary Fiber16g 56%
Total Sugars5g
Protein19g
Vitamin C40mg 198%
Calcium111mg 9%
Iron2mg 12%
Potassium1532mg 33%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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