Better Homes And Gardens Cabbage Soup Diet
If you've ever been curious about the cabbage soup diet, also known as the weight loss wonder soup, this Healthy Cabbage Soup is the recipe you'll want to try. Way better than the original, but just as healthy!
Cabbage Soup Diet
The holidays have passed and if you're anything like me, you're probably feeling a bit bloated and like you may need to lose a few pounds. I mean, if you were able to get through the holidays without indulging…my hat is off to you. But that was definitely not me.
It's also the time of the year when everyone becomes obsessed with the latest fad diets or the quickest ways to lose all that holiday weight. I'm sure we've all heard of the cabbage soup diet, where you eat nothing but soup for 10 days.
Some have variations where you are allowed certain fruits and veggies, but only on certain days. Absolutely no carbs or starches. But I really wouldn't know all the details, but cause I didn't follow any of these…
The BEST Cabbage Soup
I don't know much because I didn't make this soup to be a part of any diet. I just decided to eat a little healthier and it just so happens that healthy cabbage soup is a part of this so-called wonder.
You'll have to let me know if it works…
What I do know is that as far as cabbage soup recipes go, at least all veggies cabbage soups, this is one really good soup.
I like to add cabbage towards the end so it keeps a crispy snap while eating. It is the texture and the broth that brings this soup alive. That and seasoning… which is kind of like a choose your own adventure.
Cabbage Soup Ingredients
- Cabbage- this is cabbage soup, after all! I like large pieces, but you can also shred them super thin like an angel hair slaw.
- Carrot– carrot helps to add color and texture.
- Parsnips– Parsnips are one of the most underrated veggies out there. The carrots pale cousin, they are sweet and utterly delicious.
- Celery- When you are looking for waterlogged veggies, celery is at the top of the list!
- Garlic- grating garlic will give you the maximum of garlic flavors.
- Onion- Gives the broth more sophistication.
- Canned Tomatoes- While you can use fresh, canned is easier, they are also peeled and also stored in a herbaceous tomato broth. Drain before adding.
- Vegetable Broth- Also substitute with chicken broth, if you'd like. Use more or less depending on how much liquid you prefer.
- Lemon Juice- Adds a brightness to the soup- add right before serving.
- Chili Powder– Totally optional and up to you which type of chili powder to use, but makes it warm and homey.
- Salt and Pepper – For the least salty salt, use a large grain Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper.
People ask all the time if you can make this in the Instant pot and my answer is always no. It isn't even that good in a slow cooker… and I'll tell you why.
These veggies will turn to mush! Pressure cooking will quite literally mush them up to the point where there is no textural variety. Yuck! To keep it fresh and snappy, only cook long enough to marry the flavors and that is it!
PRO TIP: One tablespoon of vinegar or citrus to any soup will add another layer of sophistication.
Variations
Listen, if you are that person who will be eating soup for a week (or more) you'll want some variation. Here are a few to try:
- Chopped fresh herbs (thyme, basil, oregano)
- Vinegar- instead of lemon juice, swap in vinegar, any type
- Smoked Paprika
- Aleppo pepper– like crushed red pepper, but smoky and sweet
- Bay Leaves- add while simmering, then discard
- Bell Pepper- add raw with other veggies
- Pesto– add a tablespoon of pesto to the broth
- Italian seasoning
- Ground beef (cooked and drained)
- Shredded chicken
- Green beans
- Sweet peas
- White or brown rice
- Red pepper flakes
Freezing & Storage
Of course you can freeze soup, however how it thaws is the real question. And cabbage, in general doesn't thaw well. It goes limp and gets mushy, so I don't recommend freezing this one.
The same goes for storing and making ahead. After about a day, all the veggies start to loose the toothiness that made such a basic soup so interesting.
More easy soup recipes:
- Leftover Corned Beef and Cabbage Soup
- Roasted Red Pepper Soup
- Homemade Tomato Soup
- Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup
Easy Chicken Tortilla Soup
This is an easy chicken tortilla soup that can be on your table in less than an hour. A rich tomato broth with a bit of spice and large chunks of chicken make this a hearty and comforting meal!
Chicken Gnocchi Soup
A hearty, creamy soup, this Chicken Gnocchi Soup recipe is the BEST! It's easy to throw together and it's ready in under an hour!
15 Bean Soup
This easy 15 Bean Soup Recipe can be made in the Instant Pot or on the Stove using only pantry staples!
10-Minute Roasted Red Pepper and Hummus Soup
Gluten and dairy free soup made from pre-cooked items, only takes 10 minutes. Sub tofu for vegan version.
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Healthy Cabbage Soup
This Healthy Cabbage Soup is based off from the Weightloss Wonder Soup and is full of nothing but veggies for healthy vegetable soup that may even help you lose a few pounds!
Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American, Irish
Keyword: cabbage soup diet, healthy cabbage soup, weightloss wonder soup
Servings: 4
Calories: 128 kcal
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- 1/2 head cabbage , cut into 1-2 inches pieces
- 1 cup carrots , chopped
- 1 cup parsnips , chopped
- 1 cup celery , chopped
- 1 clove garlic , grated
- 1/2 cup white onion , chopped
- 14.5 ounces canned petite tomatoes , drained
- 8 cups low sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and Pepper , to taste
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In a large stock pot or Dutch oven, bring vegetable stock to a rapid boil, adding carrots, parsnips and celery.
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Boil until soft, approximately 10 minutes.
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Add tomatoes, cabbage, lemon juice and chili powder. Continue to cook over low heat until cabbage just starts to soften, approximately 5 minutes.
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Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve.
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If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was!
Calories: 128 kcal | Carbohydrates: 30 g | Protein: 4 g | Sodium: 2083 mg | Potassium: 786 mg | Fiber: 7 g | Sugar: 15 g | Vitamin A: 6830 IU | Vitamin C: 62.2 mg | Calcium: 113 mg | Iron: 2.2 mg
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Better Homes And Gardens Cabbage Soup Diet
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