Cream of Mushroom Soup (1 Serving (246g))

Have a smaller portion of the soup and avoid adding bread, croutons, crackers, or extra flour-thickened sides.

Choose a homemade or lower-carbohydrate cream of mushroom soup made with mushrooms, stock, cream or unsweetened milk, and minimal potato, flour, or cornstarch.

Add protein to the meal, such as chicken, eggs, tofu, fish, or tempeh, to slow absorption.

Pair the soup with a non-starchy vegetable salad, such as leafy greens, cucumber, broccoli, peppers, or zucchini, using an olive-oil-based dressing.

If you want a side, choose a small serving of lentils, chickpeas, or beans instead of white bread or crackers.

Take a 10–20 minute easy walk after eating, if this is safe and appropriate for you.