Description
This irresistible cabbage fat-burning soup is a low-calorie, nutrient-packed comfort food classic. Loaded with hearty vegetables, rich flavor, and virtually no fat, it’s the perfect dish for meal prep, light lunches, or a warm, wholesome dinner — ideal for the famous cabbage soup diet or just clean eating.
Ingredients
1 medium head cabbage, chopped 3 carrots, sliced 3 celery stalks, sliced 1 green bell pepper, diced 1 large onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes, with juice 8 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth) 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Salt & black pepper, to taste Optional: fresh parsley for garnish, red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions
1. In a large pot, sauté onions, garlic, celery, and carrots over medium heat for 5 minutes until softened. 2. Add cabbage, bell pepper, canned tomatoes, broth, and Italian seasoning. Stir to combine. 3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 30–40 minutes until vegetables are tender. 4. Season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes to taste. 5. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving if desired.
Notes
• Cut vegetables evenly for even cooking. • Use low-sodium broth to control salt levels. • Add extra broth if soup becomes too thick. • Stir in greens like kale or spinach at the end for added nutrients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup, Dinner, Meal Prep
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cabbage soup, fat burning soup, low calorie soup, cabbage soup diet recipe, vegetable soup recipes