Description
This Cabbage Fat-Burning Soup is packed with healthy ingredients and low in calories, making it the perfect addition to your weight-loss journey. Full of nutrients and flavor, it’s a delicious, satisfying soup to help boost your metabolism
Ingredients
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- 1 medium head of cabbage, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 zucchini, chopped
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 6 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp ground turmeric (optional, for extra health benefits)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional, for extra flavor)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and celery, and sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
- Add the carrots, bell pepper, zucchini, and cabbage to the pot, and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes and vegetable broth. Stir in the dried basil, oregano, turmeric, salt, and pepper.
- Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
- Adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
- Serve hot and enjoy this healthy, fat-burning meal!
Notes
- You can add other vegetables like spinach, kale, or green beans for more variety.
- For a non-vegetarian option, add cooked chicken or turkey for extra protein.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: ~90 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg