Description
Hearty weight loss cabbage soup delivers a nutritious punch for slimmers seeking delicious wellness. Packed with low-calorie vegetables and robust flavors, this simple recipe supports healthy eating goals while satisfying hunger with minimal calories.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Vegetables:
- 1 small head green cabbage, chopped
- 3 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Liquid and Canned Ingredients:
- 6 cups (1.4 L) low-sodium vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
- 1 can (14.5 ounces / 410 grams) diced tomatoes (with juices)
- Juice of 1 lemon (optional, for added brightness)
Herbs, Spices, and Oil:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a spicy kick)
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a capacious stockpot, creating a fragrant base for the nourishing soup.
- Gently introduce diced onions, minced garlic, sliced carrots, and chopped celery into the heated oil.
- Sauté the aromatic vegetable medley, stirring occasionally, allowing them to develop a slight translucency and release their natural flavors.
- Pour in chopped cabbage, diced bell peppers, and crushed tomatoes, stirring to integrate the ingredients evenly.
- Add vegetable broth to create a liquid foundation for the soup, ensuring all vegetables are generously submerged.
- Sprinkle dried herbs like thyme, oregano, and basil to enhance the soup’s depth and complexity.
- Season with salt and black pepper, adjusting to personal taste preferences.
- Bring the mixture to a robust simmer, then reduce heat to allow gentle cooking.
- Cover and let the soup simmer for approximately 25-30 minutes, allowing vegetables to become tender and flavors to meld harmoniously.
- Taste and fine-tune seasoning if needed, ensuring a balanced and satisfying flavor profile.
- Serve piping hot, optionally garnishing with fresh parsley or a squeeze of lemon for brightness.
Notes
- Optimize vegetable cutting by chopping ingredients uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the soup.
- Reduce sodium content by using low-sodium vegetable broth or replacing some broth with water, making the recipe more heart-healthy and weight-friendly.
- Boost protein intake by adding lean protein sources like shredded chicken, tofu, or white beans to make the cabbage soup more filling and nutritionally balanced.
- Enhance flavor complexity by incorporating herbs like thyme, bay leaf, or fresh parsley, which add depth without extra calories and provide additional nutritional benefits.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg