A nutritionist shares 5 reasons why soups are worth eating in winter

Another advantage of the soup, according to V. Juodkazienė, is a simple preparation; after all, it is not for nothing that it is said that soup can be cooked with the handle of an ax. “You can easily cook the soup with any of the vegetables in the refrigerator. This dish is very suitable for seasonal vegetables, and currently carrots, cabbage and squash are suitable for soups: combine different vegetables to discover the most pleasant flavor. Soups can also be diversified with unusual ingredients or spices, ”says the food expert.
He realizes that during the cold season, the population turns more to the treats of the winter season, which are typical of our climatic conditions: potatoes, beets, cabbage, carrots, onions. “These vegetables grown in Lithuania can be stored throughout the winter, so they can always be bought in stores and buyers are willing to do so,” says V. Juodkazienė.

A food expert advises using vegetables boiled in soup with the skin, of course, well washed. This will produce more fiber in the soup. It is also important not to overcook vegetables. When cooked, they should retain their structure. If you prepare grated soup, you should not overdo the amount of water; if there is too much, you will have to pour it in along with nutrients and vitamins.

At home, you can easily make any favorite soup, from Lithuanian favorite borscht to grated and saturated vegetables, spicy Asian or thick and nutritious Italian soup. And although the main mission of soup in winter is to warm it, V. Juodkazienė shares five more reasons why soups are worth eating when it’s cold.

Cheap and easy to do. Soups or various thick stews do not require a difficult and long cooking process: the one that takes the longest to cook the broth will be the one that takes the longest time is to cut the desired ingredients and put them in the pot. Soups are also a great way to combat food waste, as any vegetables or oats that are left are great for cooking.

Suitable for refrigeration. After cooking a large pot of homemade broth, you can freeze some of it. In this way, you will make a delicious and healthy soup in just a few minutes when your time is up.

Good food for the body. Soup is a popular food among people who follow the principles of a healthier diet. Since most of it is water, this dish is low in calories, but also feels full. You will also eat more vegetables when you have soup, which is essential for our daily diet due to vitamins and fiber.

Helps fight colds. Soups are a great preventive measure to prevent colds, especially if you try the soup with fresh garlic, onion, celery and carrots; All of these products are rich in substances that stimulate the immune system.

Suitable for all tastes. Another advantage of the soup is the variety of flavors. Soups can be prepared in various ways, just use your imagination. Also, when preparing the soup, you are free to improvise or vary with your favorite ingredients. Soups can be light vegetarian, meaty, grated, spicy. Therefore, even when making soups every day, you can constantly change the menu and surprise your family at all times.

V. Juodkazienė also offers various recipes for soups that are popular all over the world, which you can easily prepare at home.