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A convenient ready-to-eat soup with increased protein and typically elevated sodium.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Ready protein soup (240 g) has 168 calories. That works out to 70 calories per 100 g. It contains 12 g of carbs, 19.2 g of protein, 4.8 g of fat and 2.4 g of fiber. Its 0.7 µg of B12 covers 30% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
168
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
12g
· 4% DV
Protein
19.2g
· 38% DV
Fat
4.8g
· 6% DV
Fiber
2.4g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 29% · Protein 46% · Fat 25%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 168 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.8 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 1.68 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 1008 mg | 44% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% |
| Protein | 19.2 g | 38% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 11 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 70 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 175 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 250 g | 175 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 245 kcal |
| 1 can (whole) | 400 g | 280 kcal |
Calculated from 70 calories per 100 g.
Prepare ready protein soup according to the package directions; some varieties need water and cooking, while others only need reheating. If it is a powder, add it gradually while stirring to help prevent lumps.
Ready protein soup contains soup ingredients plus an added or increased protein source. Formulas vary by product, and some use milk or soy ingredients, so check the ingredient list if you need to identify the specific protein source.
It often has more sodium than homemade soup, although the amount varies by product. If you are limiting sodium, check the nutrition information and avoid adding extra salt when preparing or serving it.
Not always; ready protein soup may provide protein without the variety of vegetables, whole grains, or other foods that make a balanced meal. Pair it with a salad or whole-grain bread if you want a more complete and filling meal.
Ready protein soup can be a convenient, filling part of a weight-loss meal plan, but it does not cause weight loss by itself. Consider the portion and what you eat with it, especially since some varieties are relatively high in sodium.
Yes, ready protein soup can be a convenient way to include protein after exercise. After a long or demanding workout, pair it with a source of carbohydrate, such as whole-grain bread, for a more substantial recovery meal.
No, ordinary reheating does not meaningfully reduce the protein in ready protein soup. Follow the package directions, stir while heating, and avoid prolonged boiling if the instructions do not call for it.
You can include ready protein soup regularly, but daily use may add up to a lot of sodium, depending on the product. Vary your meals and avoid adding extra salt rather than relying on it as your only soup or protein source.
Follow the package’s storage instructions after opening ready protein soup. Refrigerate prepared leftovers promptly in a covered container and use them within the stated period; discard the soup if its smell or appearance has changed.
Not necessarily; ready protein soup is convenient and has added protein, but homemade soup gives you more control over its ingredients and salt. You can add vegetables or another food to ready protein soup to make it suit your meal better.
Vitamins
B12
0.72µg · 30% DV
B3
2.64mg · 17% DV
B2
0.19mg · 15% DV
B6
0.24mg · 14% DV
Minerals
Sodium
1008mg · 44% DV
Phosphorus
180mg · 26% DV
Copper
0.19mg · 21% DV
Zinc
1.44mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
336mg · 10% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 168 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Ready protein soup is a packaged soup made for convenience, with extra protein compared with many standard soups. Depending on the product, it may come ready to heat or as a mix that needs preparing; flavours and ingredients vary between brands.
It works as a quick lunch, a light supper or a warm starter, whether you heat a portion at home or take a cup to work. Pair it with salad or whole-grain bread for a more rounded meal. It is relatively protein-rich, with 8 g of protein per 100 g, but sodium is typically on the higher side. If you are watching your salt intake, check the label and choose lower-salt accompaniments.
High
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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.68g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.32g
Omega 6:3 ratio 15.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (15.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.