Souper Salad

Servings: 8 Difficulty: Intermediate
A hearty, soup-like salad with a vibrant tomato broth and crunchy veggies.
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This “Souper Salad” is a unique twist on traditional cold salads, featuring a warm, savory tomato juice broth that serves as the base for a nutrient-packed meal. It combines the earthiness of black beans with the sweetness of corn and the crunch of fresh vegetables like red onion, jicama, and bell peppers. The addition of garlic, cilantro, and a kick of horseradish creates a complex, zesty flavor profile that is both refreshing and satisfying. Perfect for a light lunch, a post-workout meal, or a low-fat dinner option, this dish comes together quickly with no-cook assembly. It’s a great way to use up pantry staples and garden fresh produce while enjoying a healthy, hydrating meal that feels indulgent yet guilt-free.

Souper Salad

Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8 Calories: 97

Description

This "Souper Salad" is a unique twist on traditional cold salads, featuring a warm, savory tomato juice broth that serves as the base for a nutrient-packed meal. It combines the earthiness of black beans with the sweetness of corn and the crunch of fresh vegetables like red onion, jicama, and bell peppers. The addition of garlic, cilantro, and a kick of horseradish creates a complex, zesty flavor profile that is both refreshing and satisfying. Perfect for a light lunch, a post-workout meal, or a low-fat dinner option, this dish comes together quickly with no-cook assembly. It's a great way to use up pantry staples and garden fresh produce while enjoying a healthy, hydrating meal that feels indulgent yet guilt-free.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a large serving bowl or soup pot, combine the tomato juice and water.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic, red wine vinegar, lime juice, hot pepper sauce, prepared horseradish, and black pepper until well blended.
  3. Add the rinsed black beans and corn kernels to the tomato mixture and stir gently to combine.
  4. Fold in the chopped red onion, cucumber, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, zucchini, celery, scallions, diced green chilies, jicama, and fresh cilantro.
  5. Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
  6. Serve chilled, topped with Melba rounds for added crunch.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8


Amount Per Serving
Calories 97kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.6g1%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Sodium 93mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 19g7%
Dietary Fiber 6g24%
Sugars 4g
Protein 6g12%

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

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