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Balanced protein and carbs, light and nourishing
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 cup (medium) of Chicken Vermicelli Soup (250 g) has 138 calories. That works out to 55 calories per 100 g. It contains 17 g of carbs, 8 g of protein, 3 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 675 mg of Sodium covers 29% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Chicken vermicelli soup brings together a clear chicken broth, small pieces of chicken and thin vermicelli noodles. It is a familiar home-style soup in Turkey, where recipes may also include onion, carrot or herbs. The broth is light and savoury, while the noodles soften as they cook and give each spoonful a little body.
In Turkey, it is often served hot as a first course at lunch or dinner, with bread and sometimes a squeeze of lemon. It also makes an easy light meal on its own. The chicken provides protein and the noodles supply carbohydrates, with relatively little fat in a simple preparation. Add fresh herbs for brightness, or serve it with salad when you want a more complete meal.
Selected: 100 g
55
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
6.8g
· 2% 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 54% · Protein 25% · Fat 21%
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Vitamins
Biotin
1.2µg · 4% DV
B12
0.09µg · 4% DV
B6
0.06mg · 4% DV
B3
0.5mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Sodium
270mg · 12% DV
Selenium
3.2µg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
38mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
78mg · 2% DV
Copper
0mg · 0% 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.
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NOVA 3
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.
No known major 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
0.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.7:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
Chicken Vermicelli Soup is made by simmering vermicelli in chicken broth, then adding cooked, shredded chicken. Cook the noodles just until tender, since they continue softening in the hot broth; finish with herbs, pepper, or a squeeze of lemon.
Chicken Vermicelli Soup uses thin vermicelli noodles, which cook quickly and give the broth its characteristic delicate strands. In many recipes, wheat vermicelli is used; rice vermicelli can work too, but it has a different texture and may need separate preparation.
Yes, cooked rotisserie chicken works well in Chicken Vermicelli Soup. Remove the meat from the bones and stir it into the broth near the end, so it warms through without becoming dry; use low-salt broth if the chicken is heavily seasoned.
Cook the vermicelli separately or add it shortly before serving Chicken Vermicelli Soup. The noodles keep absorbing broth as they sit, so storing them apart from the soup is especially useful when you expect leftovers.
Yes, diced carrot, celery, or onion can be added to Chicken Vermicelli Soup for more texture and flavor. Soften the vegetables in the pot before adding broth, and add quick-cooking greens near the end so they do not overcook.
Lemon is a common finishing touch for Chicken Vermicelli Soup, though it is not essential. A squeeze added to the bowl brightens the savory broth; add it just before eating rather than boiling the soup with lemon juice.
Yes, but the vermicelli may turn soft after thawing and reheating. For a better texture, freeze the chicken broth and chicken without the noodles, then cook fresh vermicelli in the thawed soup when you are ready to serve it.
Chicken Vermicelli Soup keeps for 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Cool it promptly after cooking, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat; noodles may absorb broth while stored, so add a little broth when reheating if needed.
Chicken Vermicelli Soup can be soothing when you have a cold because its warm broth is easy to sip and helps with fluid intake. It does not cure a cold, but you can adjust the lemon, herbs, and seasoning to suit your appetite.
Chicken Vermicelli Soup pairs well with crusty bread, a simple green salad, or a grilled cheese sandwich. Because it already has chicken and noodles, a light side often makes a more balanced meal than another rich dish.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.