Description
This Cabbage Fat-Burning Soup is a delicious and healthy recipe perfect for those looking for a low-calorie, gluten-free, and vegan meal option. Packed with nutritious vegetables and flavorful herbs, this soup is great for detox and weight loss.
Ingredients
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Vegetable Mixture:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 3 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 4 cups chopped green cabbage
Soup Base:
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, with juice
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth or chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Vegetable Mixture: Heat olive oil in a large pot. Sauté onion and garlic until softened. Add carrots, celery, and bell peppers. Cook for 5 minutes.
- Cook the Soup: Add cabbage, diced tomatoes, broth, basil, oregano, thyme, black pepper, and salt. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 25–30 minutes.
- Finish and Serve: Stir in lemon juice if desired. Adjust seasoning. Serve hot, garnished with parsley.
Notes
- This soup tastes even better the next day.
- Variations: Add zucchini or green beans. For protein, include lentils or chicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
