Tag: Soup serving size

According to many nutritional labels, a standard serving of soup is typically one cup, or 8 ounces. However, when determining what is a single portion of soup, the context of the meal and the type of soup are the most important factors to consider.

According to the USDA, the Reference Amount Customarily Consumed (RACC) for soup is 245 grams for the product “as prepared”. Deciding how much is considered a serving of soup, however, depends on context, including whether it's an appetizer, a main course, or part of a weight-loss plan.

According to a 2010 survey by the Center for Science in the Public Interest, roughly two-thirds of consumers eat an entire can of chunky soup in one sitting, despite the label claiming multiple servings. This highlights a common misconception: is a can of soup 2 servings, or is it one meal for a single person?