Description
This Cabbage Soup Diet recipe is a delicious and healthy option for those looking to shed some pounds or enjoy a low-calorie meal. Packed with nutritious vegetables and flavorful herbs, this soup is both satisfying and nourishing.
Ingredients
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Vegetables:
- 1 small head green cabbage, chopped
- 6 large green onions, sliced
- 2 green bell peppers, chopped
- 3 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 stalks celery, sliced
Other Ingredients:
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes with juice
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Optional: hot sauce for flavor
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large stockpot, heat a small amount of oil over medium heat. Add the onions, bell peppers, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add Ingredients: Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute. Stir in the cabbage and diced tomatoes with juice. Pour in the broth and add basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let the soup simmer uncovered for 30-40 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
- Adjust and Serve: Adjust seasoning to taste and add hot sauce if desired. Serve hot and refrigerate leftovers for up to 5 days.
Notes
- This soup is popular for short-term weight loss plans but can also be enjoyed as a healthy, low-calorie meal any time.
- Feel free to add other non-starchy vegetables like zucchini or green beans for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
