Description
Cabbage Fat-Burning Soup is a flavorful, nutrient-dense dish ideal for weight loss and meal prep. It’s packed with fresh vegetables, herbs, and a rich broth, making it light yet filling.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 small head of green cabbage, chopped
- 2 large carrots, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed and chopped
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes (no salt added)
- 6 cups vegetable or chicken broth (low-sodium preferred)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/4 tsp chili flakes (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil or water in a large pot, then sauté onion, garlic, carrots, and celery for 4–5 minutes.
- Stir in cabbage, zucchini, green beans, and tomatoes. Cook for 2–3 minutes.
- Add broth and seasonings. Stir to combine.
- Simmer for 20–25 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Adjust salt and serve garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a vegan version, use vegetable broth.
- Adjust spice levels with extra chili flakes or cayenne.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 60
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
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