Sophia Clarke, a dietician with a taste for comfort food, consults her collection of low-sodium soup recipes when the temperature drops.
“Soup is the best cozy dinner available,” she explains. “And reducing their sodium content does not mean compromising taste!”
Sophia loves her Butternut Squash and Apple Soup among other things. She says, “it’s naturally sweet, creamy, and perfect for fall.” The recipe calls for roasted butternut squash, a little of unsweetened apple cider, and fragrant spices including nutmeg and cinnamon.
Sophia swears by her Lentil and Spinach Stew for more substantial dinners. Because of the lentils and spinach, this soup is high in iron, fiber, and protein. To accentuate strong flavors, Sophia calls for garlic, cumin, and smoky paprika rather than salt.
Sophia’s secret to good low-sodium soups? “Make great use of herbs and spices. They give whatever dish richness and depth.
Her soups are not only nutritious; they are ideal for cooking big batches to savor all through the week. “Nothing better than a warm bowl of soup just waiting for you on a cold evening,” she says.
