What is Soup? Nutritional Facts, Calories & Taste

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What is Soup?

Across the globe, there are thousands of different types of soup. This comforting dish of broth and a variety of grains, veggies, and proteins is a staple meal. Soup is generally served hot, yet some recipes like the Spanish gazpacho, is served chilled. Classic examples of soup include chicken noodle, French onion, split pea, and spicy Indian sambar. Every soup has its unique flavors from spicy to sour to any savory flavor and sometimes even sweet. The colors and textures vary from thin broth to a thicker liquid base that is often paired with bread.

What does Soup Taste Like?

Salty

Salty is one of the five main tastes. It has a satisfying and addictive quality with hints of sourness. Salty foods include cheeses, cured meats, chips, and olives. It is used in almost every dish and prepared food. Salt is added to enhance flavor and offer a distinctly salty taste.

Ingredients

chicken broth

Chicken broth is commonly used in soups and stews as the liquid. It is made by simmering chicken bones with water, vegetables and seasonings. The thin broth is a golden color with a savory taste that has hints of chicken, vegetables and salt. Chicken broth can be used for many dishes aside from soup.

vegetable broth

Vegetable broth is made by simmering carrots, celery, onions and other seasonings in large quantity of water. This broth is strained and the result is a light brown and thin liquid used in soups and stews. It is also used as a cooking liquid. The flavor is earthy, vegetal and salty.

Soup Nutritional Facts and Calories

Serving Size: 1 oz28.35g

	Amount Per Serving	% Daily Value
Calories	2kcal	0%
Fats	0g	0%
Sat. fats	0g	0%
Mono. Fats	0g	0%
Trans fats	0g	0%
Carbs	0g	0%
Sugars	0g	0%
Fiber	0g	0%
Proteins	0g	0%
Cholesterol	0mg	0%
Sodium	95mg	4%

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much protein is in Soup?

1 oz of Soup contains 0 g of protein.

How many carbs are in Soup?

1 oz of Soup contains 0 g of carbs.

How much fat is in Soup?

1 oz of Soup contains 0 g of fat.

How much sugar is in Soup?

1 oz of Soup contains 0 g of sugar.

How many calories are in 1 oz of Soup?

There are 2 calories in 1 oz of Soup.

How many calories are in 1 pound of Soup?

There are 27 calories in 1 pound of Soup.

How many calories are in 1 fl oz of Soup?

There are 2 calories in 1 fl oz of Soup.

How many calories are in 1 serving of Soup?

There are 29 calories in 1 serving of Soup.