When it comes to losing weight there’s so many tips and tricks that people come up with to help you drop the pounds. The fact is no matter how much you cut back your calories or increase your calorie burn sometimes you just get stuck.
When I have the feeling that my weight is going nowhere except maybe up, I look to one of my favorite recipes for helping me kick start that weight-loss again.
This recipe that I call my Negative Calorie Soup was shared with me by one of my good friends who was a professional ballerina for 20 plus years. I tweaked this recipe to my likes, but the ingredients are the same. She shared with me a lot of tips for health and weight loss over the years. I wish I was smart enough to listen to her years ago!
But be that as it may, now I’m wising up, getting smarter, and want to share this recipe with you.
It’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or even breakfast if you choose. It’s filling, and if you throw a lovely salad alongside it, it can be an entire meal. You can even use it as a midday filler if you get hungry.
Why is it called Negative Calorie soup?
Because it takes more calories to burn it off than are in the recipe! Loaded with goodness, try this delicious soup anytime! Grab the recipe and try it tonight!
Negative Calorie Soup Recipe aka Ballerina Soup
Serves 4-6 people.
163 Calories per serving calculated at 4 servings per pot.
11.3 g carbs
7.5 g fat
8.3 g protein
Ingredients:
Two 16 ounce cans of Chicken or Veggie Broth – or use bullion
One 16 ounce can of Tomato Sauce
One package of frozen Spinach
2 tbsp Cold Pressed Olive Ol
1 tbsp Italian Seasoning
1 tsp Granulated Garlic
Directions
Bring your water or chicken broth to a boil and add in the tomato sauce, spinach, a few tablespoons of olive oil and your seasonings. Bring to a boil and then simmer for 15 minutes. Adjust seasoning and enjoy!
Note: there is no added salt in this as you really don’t need it and the soup will help flush your system. The salt is in the broth or bullion, which ever you choose.
Hope you enjoy!
Hi! I’m Chris! Just a Midlife Wife sharing about life’s journey; screaming and kicking through it while supposedly aging gracefully…
Focusing on healthy living, low carb & keto, things I am loving right now, and life in general.
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The entire recipe is about 665 calories, but the pot lasted me a week! Simple and delicious. Thanks for this recipe.
Awesome! I just love this recipe and it is so filling too! Glad you like it.
Can I substitute fresh kale for the spinich?
Oh sure! I have used BokChoi too and it is super good!
This looks lovely. Looking forward to trying it! By “tomato sauce”, are you referring to a marinara? Or a can of crushed tomatoes? I’m sure either would work, but let me know if one is more effective for the soup’s consistency, if you can. Thank you!
I use tomato sauce because I do not like chunky tomatoes. But by all means use a marinara or crushed tomatoes. Either would work wonderfully. Enjoy!
I just stumbled on this recipe while looking up cabbage soup. It sounds wonderful and will be a perfect addition to my winter soup collection. I am confident that it will be delicious given that everything listed in the recipe is something that I love anyway. Thank you so much for sharing!
Thanks Cindi. I know you will love it! It is getting rave reviews from those trying it!
Found recipe today and made it. Love it, the soup is very tasty and surprisingly filling. Thanks for posting.
Thanks Christine,
It is surprisingly filling and so good too! Glad you enjoyed it.
Chris: Could you tell us a little more about the history of the soup.why you made it initially? How many people have tried it at your home? Are any of your children or relatives now making it? Have you altered the recipe in any way? Thanks for sharing. Kenzo
The soup recipe was given to me by my friend whom I mentioned in the article. She was a long time ballerina and danced professionally for years with top dance companies. She is highly schooled on health and nutrition. This recipe has been in my household for at least 10-12 years, if not more. We make it on a regular basis and my whole family loves it. I have shared it with so many people, including through this post, and while simple, it is delicious, and filling. Wholesome, simple foods are the best in my book.
Maybe I missed it but how many servings do you think this makes? I can’t tell how filling it might be if eaten alone.
I estimate it will feed 4 adults as a main course, or 6 if it is served as a starter. It is a filling soup. Perfect with some warm bread or a side salad. Try it with Napa Cabbage instead of spinach for a quick taste change. So good! Hope you enjoy!
Making this now and it smells delicious. I love the simplicity and. How healthy it is.
What kind of Italian seasoning do you use?
HI Jackie,
Just whatever I get from the spice company – or make your own! Hope you enjoy it!
What is a can of chicken/veggie?
Chicken vegetable soup?
Two more cans of vegetables?
I’m confused haha
Two 16 ounce cans of Chicken/veggie Broth or use bullion => is Broth or use bullion. You can choose either Chicken or Vegetable
Thanks for sharing this delicious recipe. My tummy feels very satisfied. I chopped the spinach to make it easier to eat. This is definitely my new favourite soup😀
Awesome! So glad you enjoyed it. We just love it too! It is so versatile and filling.
What if you don’t have cold pressed olive oil? Can you use regular EVOO? Or is it unhealthy or not mix well?
You can use EVOO of any sort. Cold Pressed is just a healthier choice.
For “One package of frozen Spinach”, how big of a package did you use? Thanks!
At the time this was posted I used one of the boxes, I think they are 8 or 10 oz. You can adjust to your taste.
Can I substitute spinche for kale or seaweed for the same effect?
Sure. I have used chinese cabbage before and it was delicious!
How much is a serving? How many calories are in a serving? Can’t wait to try it!
This serves 4-6 people. 163 Calories per serving calculated at 4 servings per pot. Less if you serve 6 people
Hope you enjoy!
I had almost a full bottle of V8 juice so I used that in place of the broth and added a Tbsp of better than bouillon. Probably changes the calorie count.
Sounds good tho!!! Thanks for sharing 🙂
I made it and added a bit of cauliflower rice that needed using. And chopped a very ripe avocado into the portion for today. It was delicious!
That sounds delicious! Great Additions!!
Any suggestion for an alternative to tomatoes? My friend is allergic to tomato. But I just know she’d love this soup otherwise.
Chris. Could someone use both bok choy & spinach or kale? I think I would like to mix it up for taste & texture
Oh, I think that would be great! I like different textures too! Let me know how it works out.
Chris I would like to use bok choy with spinach like 1/2 & 1/2 or kale? Do u thunk that would work? Thinking different texture & maybe flavor
Can you substitute the cold pressed oil for extra virgin olive oil
Sure. If your EVOO is not cold pressed, it will not make a difference in flavor.