Name: Quick Weight Loss Cabbage Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: International
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional); 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 3 carrots, peeled and sliced; 2 cups chopped green cabbage; 2 cups chopped tomatoes (or 1 can diced tomatoes); 1 cup chopped celery; 1 bell pepper, chopped; 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth; 2 cups water; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional); 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional); Juice of half a lemon; Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Description

Warm, comforting, and incredibly satisfying, this Quick Weight Loss Cabbage Soup is the perfect go-to when you want a nutritious, easy meal that supports your health goals. Loaded with tender cabbage, vibrant carrots, tomatoes, and aromatic herbs, this low-calorie soup is ideal for weight loss plans, detoxes, or simply a nourishing meal prep option. It’s a delicious example of how healthy food can also be rich in flavor. If you’re looking for a quick breakfast cleanse, easy dinner solution, or a healthy snack between meals, this soup has your back. A must-try for those seeking new breakfast ideas, dinner ideas, or clean-eating food ideas.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)

1 medium onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

3 carrots, peeled and sliced

2 cups chopped green cabbage

2 cups chopped tomatoes (or 1 can diced tomatoes)

1 cup chopped celery

1 bell pepper, chopped

4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth

2 cups water

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

1 teaspoon dried basil

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Juice of half a lemon

Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and sauté for 3-5 minutes until softened.

2. Add the carrots and celery, and cook for another 4-5 minutes to start softening.

3. Stir in the cabbage, bell pepper, and tomatoes. Mix everything well.

4. Pour in the broth and water. Add salt, pepper, basil, oregano, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil.

5. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 25-30 minutes until vegetables are tender.

6. Stir in the lemon juice just before serving and adjust seasoning to taste.

7. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

For more variety, add green beans, zucchini, or spinach.

Let the soup rest overnight—the flavors deepen beautifully.

A squeeze of lemon at the end brightens the whole dish.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1.5 cups
Calories: 90
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 480mg
Fat: 1.5g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: quick weight loss cabbage soup, low calorie soup, healthy detox soup, weight loss meal prep, cabbage soup diet