Description
Powerful cabbage fat-burning soup delivers maximum nutrition with minimal calories. Hearty vegetables and lean protein combine for a satisfying meal that supports healthy weight management.
Ingredients
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Vegetables:
- 1 small head cabbage, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids and Canned Goods:
- 1 can (14.5 ounces / 411 grams) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups (0.95 liters) vegetable or chicken broth
Seasonings and Oils:
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a spacious cooking vessel over moderate temperature, preparing the foundation for a nutrient-dense soup.
- Introduce chopped onions, minced garlic, sliced carrots, diced celery, and colorful bell peppers into the pot, gently sautéing for approximately 5 minutes until vegetables become fragrant and slightly softened.
- Incorporate shredded cabbage, crushed tomatoes, aromatic vegetable broth, and a harmonious blend of seasonings, stirring to distribute ingredients evenly.
- Elevate heat to trigger a robust boil, then immediately reduce to a gentle simmer, allowing the mixture to transform for 20-25 minutes until vegetables reach a delicate tenderness.
- Taste and fine-tune seasoning with additional herbs or spices to enhance flavor profile, ensuring a balanced and satisfying culinary experience.
- Ladle the steaming, vibrant soup into serving bowls, presenting a wholesome and metabolism-boosting meal ready to be enjoyed immediately.
Notes
- Swap olive oil with coconut oil for a different flavor profile and potential metabolism boost.
- Chop vegetables uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the soup.
- Add a protein like lean chicken or tofu to make the soup more filling and nutritionally balanced.
- Experiment with extra spices like turmeric or cayenne for enhanced fat-burning potential and deeper flavor complexity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 30 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg