Description
This Cabbage and Onion Fat-Burning Soup is a light, vegetable-packed, low-calorie dish that’s both flavorful and filling. Ideal for meal prep and healthy eating plans, this comforting soup is made with simple ingredients and simmered to perfect tenderness, making it a delicious option for warming up any day.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups green cabbage, chopped
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
Liquids and Canned Goods
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 6 cups vegetable broth
Seasonings and Oils
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat Oil: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat to prepare the base for sautéing the vegetables.
- Sauté Onions: Add the diced onion to the pot and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until the onion softens and becomes translucent, bringing out its sweetness.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds to release its aroma without burning it.
- Add Vegetables: Add the chopped cabbage, sliced carrots, celery, and diced bell pepper to the pot, stirring to combine all vegetables evenly.
- Cook Vegetables: Cook the vegetables for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to soften them slightly and meld flavors.
- Add Liquids and Seasonings: Pour in the canned diced tomatoes with their juices and the 6 cups of vegetable broth. Add 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon paprika, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Simmer: Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer gently for 25 to 30 minutes until all vegetables are tender and flavors have blended thoroughly.
- Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve the soup hot for a comforting meal.
Notes
- This soup is nutritious and filling, but no specific food causes fat loss on its own; weight loss depends on overall eating habits and energy balance.
- You can add zucchini or green beans to enhance the vegetable content and texture of the soup.
- The soup stores well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, making it ideal for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
