Description

This Best Cabbage Soup Diet Wonder Soup is a hearty, low-calorie dish packed with fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs. Perfect for a seven-day cleanse or as a comforting meal, this soup is easy to make, filling, and loaded with nutrients. Enjoy it as part of your wellness journey!

Ingredients

Scale

1 medium green cabbage, roughly chopped (about 2 pounds)
2 large onions, diced
2 green bell peppers, seeded and chopped
4 stalks celery, sliced
4 large carrots, sliced into rounds
3–4 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cups fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
8 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 bay leaves
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Substitution Options:

Swap green cabbage for purple for added antioxidants
Use yellow onions instead of white for a sweeter flavor
Replace canned tomatoes with 2 cups fresh diced tomatoes during summer months
Substitute zucchini for green beans when in season
Try different herb combinations like thyme and rosemary

Instructions

Prepare Your Vegetables: Rinse all vegetables thoroughly under cold water. Chop the cabbage into bite-sized pieces, removing the tough core. Dice onions, slice celery and carrots, and chop bell peppers into chunks of similar size for even cooking. Mince garlic and set aside.
Create the Aromatic Base: Heat a large, heavy-bottomed soup pot over medium heat. Add ¼ cup of the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Add onions and cook for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to brown it.
Build the Soup Base: Add celery, carrots, and bell peppers to the pot. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. The vegetables should soften slightly but maintain their structure. Add diced tomatoes with their juice, stirring to incorporate all flavors.
Add Cabbage and Remaining Ingredients: Add the chopped cabbage to the pot along with green beans, remaining vegetable broth, Italian seasoning, paprika, black pepper, and bay leaves. Stir well to combine all ingredients. If your pot seems too full, add cabbage in batches as it wilts down to make room for more.
Simmer to Perfection: Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until all vegetables are tender but not mushy. Check occasionally and add a bit more broth if needed.
Finish and Serve: Remove bay leaves. Stir in fresh parsley and lemon juice just before serving. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

For a richer flavor, sauté aromatics in olive oil instead of broth. Use pre-chopped vegetables to save time. This soup freezes well, making it perfect for meal prep.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 2 cups)
Calories: 120
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 250mg
Fat: 1g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 0mg

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