Cabbage Fat-Burning Soup 🥬🔥
A Nutrient-Packed, Low-Calorie Soup to Fuel Your Wellness Journey!
This hearty, veggie-loaded cabbage soup is low in calories but high in flavor and fiber, making it perfect for weight management, detoxing, or just a light, healthy meal. Packed with immune-boosting ingredients, it’s vegan, gluten-free, and ready in under 30 minutes!
📋 Ingredients (Makes 6-8 servings)
Veggie Base
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 large carrots, sliced
- 3 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 bell peppers (any color), chopped
- 1 medium head cabbage, chopped (about 6 cups)
Liquid & Flavor
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 6 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth for non-veg)
- 1-2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp smoked paprika (optional for depth)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Salt to taste
(Optional add-ins: 1 zucchini, 1 cup green beans, or ½ tsp red pepper flakes for heat!)
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Sauté the Aromatics
- In a large pot, sauté onion, carrots, celery, and bell peppers in 1 tbsp olive oil (or broth for oil-free) for 5 mins until slightly softened.
- Add garlic and cook 1 min until fragrant.
2️⃣ Add Remaining Ingredients
- Stir in cabbage, diced tomatoes, broth, and seasonings.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low-medium.
3️⃣ Simmer to Perfection
- Cover and simmer 20-25 mins until veggies are tender but still slightly crisp.
4️⃣ Adjust & Serve
- Taste and add more salt/pepper if needed.
- Serve hot with fresh parsley or lemon wedges.
🔥 Pro Tips for Best Results
✅ Extra protein? Add 1 cup cooked lentils or chickpeas.
✅ More filling? Stir in ¼ cup quinoa with the broth.
✅ Storage: Keeps 5 days in fridge or 3 months frozen.
✅ Detox boost: Add 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar at the end.
🍽 Serving Suggestions
- With: A slice of whole-grain bread or avocado toast.
- As a meal prep: Portion into jars for easy lunches.
- For extra flavor: Top with nutritional yeast or hot sauce.
🌿 Nutritional Info (Per Serving, 2 cups)
- Calories: ~90
- Protein: 4g
- Carbs: 18g (mostly fiber!)
- Fat: 0.5g
- Vitamins: 120% DV Vitamin C, 80% DV Vitamin A
💪 Why This Soup Works
✔ Ultra-low calorie but keeps you full
✔ Hydrating & detoxifying from high water content
✔ Budget-friendly (uses pantry staples)