Description
A light, flavorful, and comforting soup that’s perfect for weeknights or meal prep. This diet cabbage soup is packed with vegetables, herbs, and warmth, making it both satisfying and diet-friendly. Whether you’re looking to eat healthier, lose weight, or simply enjoy a hearty bowl of soup, this recipe delivers every time. It’s quick to make, easy to store, and endlessly adaptable for whatever vegetables you have on hand.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of green cabbage, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tomatoes, diced (fresh or canned)
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Optional: lemon juice, additional vegetables, fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté onions and garlic in a teaspoon of olive oil until soft and fragrant.
- Add carrots and celery, cooking for 5 minutes.
- Stir in cabbage and cook for another few minutes.
- Pour in vegetable broth, tomatoes, herbs, and spices. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or a splash of lemon juice. Remove bay leaf before serving.
Notes
- For extra depth, caramelize onions slightly longer.
- Add a splash of vinegar or lemon juice at the end for brightness.
- This soup stores well in the fridge or freezer for easy meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stove-top simmer
- Cuisine: Healthy, Diet-Friendly
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg