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Balanced protein and carbs, low fat, warm and nourishing
In season: Winter · Autumn
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 cup (medium) of Chicken soup with vermicelli (250 g) has 138 calories. That works out to 55 calories per 100 g. It contains 18 g of carbs, 8 g of protein, 3 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 800 mg of Sodium covers 35% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Chicken soup with vermicelli is a familiar Turkish home-style soup made with chicken broth, fine vermicelli noodles and small pieces of cooked chicken. The clear, golden broth is gently savoury, while the noodles turn soft as they simmer and the chicken makes the bowl more substantial.
In Turkey, it is often served hot as a first course at lunch or dinner, especially on a cool day, and a squeeze of lemon is a common finishing touch. It offers protein from the chicken alongside carbohydrates from the noodles, with relatively little fat. For a lighter meal, pair a bowl with a simple salad; you can also adjust the seasoning to suit your taste.
Selected: 100 g
55
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
7.2g
· 3% DV
Protein
3.2g
· 6% DV
Fat
1.2g
· 2% DV
Fiber
0.4g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 55% · Protein 24% · Fat 21%
Vitamins
Biotin
1.4µg · 5% DV
B3
0.65mg · 4% DV
B5
0.22mg · 4% DV
B6
0.06mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Sodium
320mg · 14% DV
Selenium
2.7µg · 5% DV
Phosphorus
28mg · 4% DV
Magnesium
7mg · 2% DV
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 55 calories in 100 g:
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.3g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.4g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.15g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.5:1).
Chicken soup with vermicelli is made by simmering cooked chicken and thin pasta in chicken broth. Add the vermicelli near the end, cook just until tender, then stir in shredded chicken and season with salt and pepper.
Chicken soup with vermicelli typically uses thin wheat-pasta strands, not rice vermicelli. The pasta cooks quickly in hot broth, so add it near the end to keep the strands tender rather than mushy.
Yes, leftover cooked chicken works well in chicken soup with vermicelli. Simmer the broth and pasta first, then stir in shredded chicken near the end so it heats through without becoming dry or stringy.
Vermicelli gets mushy in chicken soup when it cooks too long or sits in hot broth and continues absorbing liquid. Cook it only until tender, and consider storing cooked pasta separately if you expect leftovers.
Yes, chicken soup with vermicelli can be made creamy, although the classic version is usually broth-based. Stir in a little cream or milk near the end and warm gently; boiling after adding dairy can cause it to separate.
Yes, but the vermicelli may turn soft after thawing and reheating. For the best texture, freeze the chicken broth and chicken without the pasta, then cook fresh vermicelli in the thawed soup.
Chicken soup with vermicelli keeps for about 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Cool it promptly after cooking, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat.
Chicken soup with vermicelli does not cure a cold, but its warm broth can help you take in fluids and may soothe a sore throat. It is also easy to eat when your appetite is low.
Chicken soup with vermicelli pairs well with crusty bread, crackers, or a simple green salad. For a more filling meal, serve it with a sandwich or roasted vegetables rather than adding more pasta to the soup.
Yes, carrots, celery, and onion are common additions to chicken soup with vermicelli. Soften the vegetables in the pot before adding broth, then add the pasta toward the end so it does not overcook while they soften.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.