Description
This cabbage soup diet recipe is a wholesome, low-calorie meal that’s flavorful, filling, and perfect for anyone looking to eat mindfully. With fresh vegetables, a light broth, and simple seasoning, it’s comforting, healthy, and easy to prepare. Ideal for lunch, dinner, or meal prep, this soup is a versatile staple that can be enjoyed year-round.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of green cabbage, shredded
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 diced tomatoes (fresh or canned)
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional: olive oil, fresh parsley or dill, paprika
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions, garlic, celery, and carrots until softened.
- Add cabbage, diced tomatoes, broth, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 20–30 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Remove bay leaves. Adjust seasoning and garnish with herbs before serving.
Notes
- Chop vegetables uniformly for even cooking.
- Simmer a little longer for deeper flavor.
- Add a splash of olive oil or fresh herbs for extra richness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stove-top
- Cuisine: American / Diet-Friendly
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg