Description
This hearty cabbage fat-burning soup is a nourishing, veggie-packed recipe perfect for healthy eating, weight loss goals, or a simple detox reset. Made with cabbage, tomatoes, and flavorful herbs, it’s low-calorie, fiber-rich, and perfect for meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 small head green cabbage, chopped
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 stalks celery, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1–2 bell peppers, chopped
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 6–8 cups vegetable broth or water
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning or dried herbs
- Optional: green beans, zucchini, spinach, red pepper flakes, hot sauce
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, celery, bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté for 5–7 minutes, until slightly tender.
- Stir in chopped cabbage and cook for another 3–4 minutes.
- Add diced tomatoes and enough broth or water to cover the vegetables.
- Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30–40 minutes, or until all vegetables are soft and flavors are well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot.
Notes
- Add cooked lean protein like shredded chicken, turkey, or beans for a more filling version.
- Stir in fresh spinach or kale at the end for a green boost.
- Spice it up with red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
- This soup freezes well—store in single portions for easy meals later.
