Description
A nutritious, low-calorie cabbage fat-burning soup packed with vegetables. Perfect for weight loss, detox, or a hearty, budget-friendly meal. Easy to make and full of flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 small head of cabbage, chopped
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 6 cups vegetable broth or water
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1 zucchini, sliced (optional)
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Chop all the vegetables and set them aside.
- Sauté the Aromatics: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, celery, and carrots. Sauté for about 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add Garlic and Spices: Stir in minced garlic, oregano, basil, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Pour in diced tomatoes with their juice and vegetable broth. Stir well.
- Simmer the Soup: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
- Add Cabbage and Optional Vegetables: Stir in cabbage, zucchini, and green beans. Simmer for another 15-20 minutes until all vegetables are tender.
- Taste and Adjust Seasoning: Add salt or additional seasoning as needed.
- Serve and Enjoy: Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot.
Notes
- Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze in portioned containers for up to 3 months.
- Reheating: Warm on the stovetop over medium heat or microwave in 1-minute intervals until heated through.
- Slow Cooker Option: Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Topping Ideas: Fresh herbs, lemon juice, or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Cabbage soup, weight loss soup, detox soup, fat-burning soup, vegetable soup