Description
This classic, nutrient-dense cabbage soup is a timeless recipe designed to help you hit the reset button. Packed with fiber-rich vegetables like green cabbage, bell peppers, celery, and tomatoes, this broth-based soup is low in calories, budget-friendly, and perfect for meal prepping. It is a hearty, clean-eating staple that warms the soul and leaves you feeling refreshed and light, making it an excellent choice for a healthy, guilt-free dinner any night of the week.
Ingredients
6 large green onions, chopped
1 (28 oz) can of diced tomatoes
1 large head of green cabbage, roughly chopped
3 large bell peppers, chopped
1 bunch celery, chopped
1 lb carrots, sliced
1 envelope dry onion soup mix
8–10 cups vegetable broth or water
Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional: 1 tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
Instructions
Place all chopped vegetables into a large stockpot.
Add the diced tomatoes and the vegetable broth (or water) until the vegetables are well covered.
Stir in the dry onion soup mix and optional herbs.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 to 45 minutes, or until all vegetables are tender.
Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
This soup keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 5 days and can be frozen for up to 3 months. The flavors often improve after sitting for a day. Feel free to add other non-starchy vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms to suit your preference.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 45
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg