Tomato Soup

(From South Beach Diet)
Makes 2 servings

If you like tomato soup, try this take on the old classic. The ham and fiber-rich chickpeas provide lean protein that truly satisfies your appetite — and your taste buds!

Ingredients:
1 small onion, chopped
¼ cup sliced mushrooms
3 ounces diced ham
¼ teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1⁄8 teaspoon sweet paprika
Dash allspice
1 can (14¼ ounces) fat-free chicken broth
1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas
3 whole tomatoes, peeled

Instructions
Add the onion, mushrooms, ham, oil, garlic, paprika, and allspice to a large pot. Cook for 1 minute.
Add the chicken broth, chickpeas, and tomatoes. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
Puree the soup in a blender and serve.

Nutritional information
404 calories
7 g total fat (2 g sat)
25 mg cholesterol
58 g carbohydrate
29 g protein
12 g fiber
1,341 mg sodium