Description
This Cabbage Fat-Burning Soup is a healthy, low-calorie meal packed with vegetables and rich in nutrients! Perfect for weight loss, it’s light yet filling, and offers a delicious blend of flavors with ingredients like cabbage, carrots, and bell peppers. Whether you enjoy it as a detox meal or as part of a balanced diet, this soup is full of goodness!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 large carrots, sliced
- 3 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 bell peppers (any color), chopped
- 1 medium head of cabbage, chopped
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, no added sugar
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
- 1 inch ginger, grated (optional)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Sauté the aromatics: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat a little olive oil or cooking spray over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and ginger (if using) and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the vegetables: Add the carrots, celery, and bell peppers to the pot and cook for 5-7 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add remaining ingredients: Add the cabbage, diced tomatoes (with their juice), vegetable broth, oregano, thyme, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 30-45 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- Blend (optional): If you prefer a smoother soup, you can use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro.
Notes
- Spice it up: Add a pinch of cumin, coriander, or turmeric for a different flavor profile.
- Add protein: Add cooked chicken, ground turkey, lentils, or beans to the soup for a more complete meal.
- Make it creamy: Add a dollop of Greek yogurt or a swirl of coconut milk to each bowl for a creamy texture.
- Boost the flavor: Use homemade vegetable broth for a richer flavor.
- Add other vegetables: Feel free to add other vegetables like zucchini, mushrooms, or spinach.
- Adjust seasonings: Taste the soup and adjust the seasonings as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (1/6 of the recipe)
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg