5:2 Chicken & Kale Scotch Broth (202 Calories)

No, this soup doesn't have any scotch poured in! Scotch Broth is a soup from Scotland traditionally made with lamb, barley, root vegetables, and cabbage. This version was inspired by Lavender and Lovage, but I changed up the measurements and cooking technique. This delicious, hearty low-calorie soup will warm & fill you up!



(For those of you counting calories, I've added the amount for each ingredient so you can easily make tweaks without having to re-calculate everything. Anything marked with an asterisk* might vary a lot based on what you buy, so make sure to compare your label.)

4 cups water (0)
2 tsp./cubes chicken bouillon (10)
3/4 cup carrots (39)
1/3 cup onion (20)
1/2 cup celery (10)

1/4 cup quick cooking barley (120*)
5 oz. cooked chicken, chopped or shredded (170)
1 cup shredded kale (35)


1) In a small soup pot, add the water, bouillon, carrots, onion, and celery. Bring to a boil and cook for 10 minutes.

2) Add the barley, chicken, and kale. Return to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Serves 2. Enjoy!

Calories - 202 for 1/2