Healthy, loaded with delicious vegetables, and easy to make, this cabbage soup recipe it’s the perfect choice for a warm and cozy dinner with your family.
Ready in just a few minutes, this weight-loss cabbage soup recipe is a great idea if you are looking for a low-calorie meal to keep you full between meals without too many calories.
I love soups since they are easy to make, and this delicious vegan cabbage soup is one of the easiest, along with my stuffed pepper soup, keto cheeseburger soup, keto shredded chicken soup, Tuscan chicken soup, and chicken pot pie soup.
What Is Cabbage Soup?
With cabbage as the main ingredient, cabbage soup is a low-calorie savory soup with a broth base that can be made in various ways since it’s an extremely versatile recipe and can be adapted to any taste. It contains cabbage, celery, carrots, onions, tomatoes, and spices.
Cabbage is known to be highly nutritious and super low in calories. It’s also very low in fat, sodium, and cholesterol. This recipe calls for very little oil and manages to be very tasty.
Is Cabbage Soup Keto-Friendly?
You need to know that not all cabbage soup recipes are keto since some of them are made with white beans, potatoes, and other ingredients that are too high in carbs.
This cabbage soup recipe is not only an easy and delicious way to eat your veggies, but it also contains less than 100 calories per serving.
Why Are You Going To Love This Keto Cabbage Soup
- It’s great for meal prep. You can make this soup in advance and serve it during a busy week.
- Super easy to make. Requires only 10 minutes of prep
- Made from naturally low-carb ingredients, it’s packed with nutrients
- It’s a gluten-free, keto, and low-carb recipe
- Loaded with flavor and anti-inflammatory ingredients
- Made using only one pot
Ingredients For Cabbage Soup Recipe
You will be surprised when you find out that you can prepare such a delicious vegetarian cabbage soup recipe using only some simple ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen.
Here is a list of everything you will need:
- Cabbage – chop it into bite-sized pieces, so it cooks evenly.
- Carrots – complete the flavors perfectly in this soup.
- Celery – will give the soup a distinct flavor and texture.
- Vegetable Broth – used to complete the soup’s flavor.
- Diced Tomatoes – you can buy them or replace them with a mix of fresh tomatoes and sauce for extra flavor.
- Onion – you will need one medium white onion finely chopped.
- Garlic – use fresh minced garlic for a more intense flavor.
- Salt&Pepper – to taste.
- Dried Oregano & Basil – feel free to replace them with your favorite seasonings.
- Olive Oil – used to sautée the vegetables. You can use any other vegetable oil.
How To Make Cabbage Soup
There are a few basic steps that you need to follow if you want to enjoy a bowl of this warming cabbage soup that’s full of nutrients and low in carbs. Here is what you need to do:
Sautée The Vegetables
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 2 minutes or until tender.
Next, add the chopped celery, carrots, salt, and pepper and cook for about 5 minutes.
Add The Rest Of The Ingredients
Now you can add the chopped cabbage, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, oregano, and basil and stir until everything is well combined.
Cook the Cabbage Soup
Bring everything to a boil, reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 15-20 minutes until the cabbage and all the vegetables are tender.
Recipe Variations
- Feel free to add some of your favorite vegetables like bell peppers, cauliflower, or green beans.
- Add some red pepper chili flakes for a spicy cabbage soup.
- Add some fresh chopped dill or parsley at the end to boost flavor and color.
- Feel free to replace the dried herbs with fresh ones if you want a more intense flavor.
Storing Ideas
- Fridge: you can store any leftovers of this cabbage soup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days.
- To Reheat: you can reheat this soup in the microwave for 3 minutes or on the stovetop.
How to Serve This Weight Loss Cabbage Soup?
If you don’t like to eat this soup simply as it is, here are some ideas to make this healthy cabbage soup more enjoyable:
- Eat it with your favorite bread.
- You can also enjoy it with something crispy and spicy like these Keto Cheese Chips.
- Keto Tortilla
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Freeze Cabbage Soup?
Sure, this easy cabbage soup is great for freezing it. So you can double the recipe and freeze it in individual freezer-safe bags for up to 2 months.
Then thaw it overnight in the fridge and reheat it on the stove over medium heat.
Is This Cabbage Soup Good For Weight Loss?
Sure, this recipe for cabbage soup is a great recipe for weight loss meal plans since it has few calories and brings many benefits to the body. I’m not a fan of quick detoxes, but the “cabbage soup diet” has been super popular during the years and may help losing a few stubborn pounds.
Can I Make Cabbage Soup In a Slow Cooker?
Sure, start by sautéing the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery for 4 minutes, then add the rest of the ingredients and mix until well combined.
Place the lid and cook for 2 hours on HIGH.
Can I Make This Soup With Meat?
Sure, if you want to add some extra protein to this keto cabbage soup, you can make it with ground beef. Everything you have to do in addition is to cook the ground beef with the onion and garlic, then add the rest of the ingredients and cook the soup according to this recipe.
Is Cabbage Good For Us?
Yes, cabbage has several health benefits. It has a lot of nutrients and is high in insoluble fiber, particularly vitamins K and C. It also tastes pretty delicious!
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Cabbage Soup – Weight Loss Cabbage Soup
Description
Ingredients
- 4 cups cabbage cut into 1-inch chunks
- 1 medium yellow onion chopped
- 3 stalks of celery chopped
- 2 carrots chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 8 cups vegetable broth
- 14 oz diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
Instructions
Sautée The Vegetables
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- Add the onion and garlic and cook for 2 minutes or until tender.
- Next, add the chopped celery, carrots, salt, and pepper and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add The Rest Of The Ingredients
- Add the chopped cabbage, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, vegetable broth, oregano, and basil, and stir using a wooden spoon until everything is well combined.
Cook the Cabbage Soup
- Bring everything to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 15-20 minutes until the cabbage and all the vegetables are tender.
- Turn off the heat, garnish with fresh parsley or dill, and enjoy.
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How do we calculate the nutrition info?
These nutrition facts listed are determined using nutrition information from the USDA Food Database. Our nutrition facts are accurate, but if you are using different products, please make your calculations. Net carb count is calculated by subtracting both fiber and sugar alcohols because they don’t raise blood sugar.
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The ingredients have tomato paste listed but I don’t see it in the actual recipe or picture. Is it necessary?
I made it without and it has tons of flavor, I wasn’t sure if it added something extra to it maybe?
Great recipe 🙂
Thanks for trying the recipe, and I’m glad you liked it! I forgot to include the tomato paste in the pictures, but I did use it in the recipe. It’s nice to hear that the soup tasted great without it. The tomato paste can make the soup redder and add flavor, but you can enjoy it either way. If you have any more questions or comments, feel free to ask. Happy cooking!