Fresh and frozen berries make fabulous soups in just minutes. Feel free to substitute fresh or frozen raspberries or blackberries for the strawberries.
Ingredients
2 c. hulled and sliced fresh or frozen (and thawed) strawberries
1 c. orange juice
1 c. vanilla yogurt
½ tsp. vanilla extract
4–8 Tbsp. whipped cream or non-dairy whipped topping
Fresh mint leaves (optional)
Preparation
1. In a blender or food processor, combine strawberries, orange juice, yogurt and vanilla extract. Puree until smooth.
2. If desired, strain soup through a fine sieve to remove seeds.
3. Ladle soup into bowls and top with a dollop of whipped cream.
4. Garnish with mint leaves.
Serves 4.
Nutritional Information: Calories: 130; Fat: 3.5g; Cholesterol: 10mg; Sodium: 45mg; Total Carbohydrates: 20g; Dietary Fiber: 2g; Sugars: 15g; Protein: 4g.
