Description
This Cabbage Fat-Burning Soup is a healthy, flavorful, and low-calorie meal packed with fiber, vitamins, and minerals from cabbage and vegetables. It’s perfect for supporting weight loss while keeping you full and satisfied.
Ingredients
- 1 medium head of cabbage, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 6 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric (optional)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Sauté the vegetables: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté for about 3-4 minutes, until softened and fragrant.
- Add the vegetables: Add the carrots, celery, bell pepper, and zucchini to the pot. Stir to combine and cook for another 4-5 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Add the cabbage and seasonings: Add the chopped cabbage to the pot along with the diced tomatoes (with juice), vegetable broth, thyme, turmeric, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Simmer the soup: Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage and vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded together.
- Finish the soup: Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or additional spices if needed. Stir in the lemon juice just before serving for a fresh, zesty touch.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
- Enjoy: Enjoy this warm, fat-burning, and nutritious soup as a filling meal or snack!
Notes
- Variations: Add lean protein such as grilled chicken, ground turkey, or tofu for an extra protein boost. For a spicy version, add red pepper flakes or a chopped jalapeño.
- Herb variations: Add fresh or dried herbs like basil, oregano, or rosemary for different flavor profiles.
- Vegetable options: Feel free to add or swap in other vegetables like green beans, spinach, or kale for added nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
