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Sopa de Lima Recipe

A traditional Mexican soup with a tangy lime flavor.
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 45 mins
Course Soup
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 2 limes, juiced
  • 2 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 avocado, sliced (for garnish)
  • 1 lime, sliced (for garnish)

Instructions: 

  • Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
  • Add chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Cook until softened.
  • Add chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and add lime juice, shredded chicken, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Serve hot, garnished with avocado and lime slices.

Notes:

For a spicier version, add a chopped jalapeño with the bell pepper.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Keywords:

Keyword Lime Soup, Mexican Soup, Sopa de Lima
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