Low Calorie Cabbage Soup

Low Calorie Cabbage Soup is perfect after a weekend of indulgence because while it is full of vegetables it is also full of flavor.  Try our cabbage soup diet recipe for a healthy and filling meal option.

Cabbage Fat-Burning Soup Recipe

This is one of Barbara’s recipes. She makes this fat burning cabbage soup after she has had one of those awesome weekends where the overindulgence went a bit too far.  What’s so great is that it is a simple cabbage soup, and the ingredients are versatile.

It helps her get her week  – and her waistline – back on track. She will eat it for breakfast and lunch for a couple days and it does the trick. The soup is delicious too so it’s not hard to manage.  The vegetables are all low in calories, and restricting calories helps shed those extra pounds.  Now, we know that isn’t a long term diet to follow, but it is a recipe we enjoy when we have over-indulged!

Low Calorie Cabbage Soup Recipe

All the ingredients in this recipe follow the Weight Watchers Diet as well and fall into the WW FreeStyle Zero Points List.

This easy cabbage soup is perfect for a regular weeknight meal even if you aren’t trying to follow Weight Watchers or the Cabbage Soup Diet. It’s just an added bonus that it is low calorie and filling at the same time.

Barbara loves this recipe so much that she made a new version.  Try our Instant Pot Vegetable Soup with Lemon and Ginger!

Recipe FAQs

• You can add as little or much of red pepper flakes as you prefer. A little heat is good for your metabolism.
• Italian herbs can be substituted for any other dried herb that you know and love.  Or, if you don’t have an Italian herb blend on hand, use dried oregano and/or dried basil.
• Substitute regular diced, canned tomatoes for the kind with Italian herbs, if needed.
• We tend to make it in the summer when the garden is in full swing to use up those heads of cabbage that seem to multiply. If you have an extra large head of cabbage like we do from our gardens at times, you may want to use a quarter or a third of the cabbage instead of a full half.
• If there’s other veggies you like, add or substitute those in.
• Add up to 4 cups water if needed to this fat burning cabbage soup recipe.  This all depends on how much cabbage you add to the soup and if you like a soupier soup or more of a stew.

Cabbage Soup Diet Shopping List

• Olive Oil
• Onions
• Carrots
• Celery
• Garlic
• Green Cabbage
• Chicken broth, low sodium
• Canned, Diced Tomatoes (preferably with Italian seasoning
• Canned Green Beans
• Frozen Peas
• Salt and Pepper
• Dried Italian Herbs (such as basil and oregano)
• Red Pepper Flakes (optional)

How To Make Cabbage Fat Burning Soup

Step by Step Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a saucepan; add onions, celery and carrots; sauté. Add garlic and sauté for another minute.
2. Add tomatoes, broth and cabbage to the vegetables and stir. Simmer until vegetables are tender.
3. Add peas, green beans and seasonings (and water, if necessary) and continue to simmer until everything is warmed through.

Storage Instructions

Let leftovers cool completely. Transfer to an airtight container, and store in the fridge for up to a week.

For the full ingredients and amounts for Fat Burning Soup recipe, scroll down to the recipe card at the bottom of this page. 

What can I do with a half of a cabbage?

So you’ve made a delicious cabbage recipe but now you have a half of cabbage hanging out in the fridge? Cabbage is so versatile that you can eat it a hundred different ways.  Here’s some of our favorite ways to eat cabbage (aside from raw topped with salt).

• Fried Cabbage with Bacon
• Creamy Cabbage
• Sweet and Sour Coleslaw
• Cheesy Cabbage Casserole
• Skillet Cabbage and Smoked Sausage Dinner
• 4 Ingredient Cabbage Casserole
• Instant Pot Vegetable Soup

What can I add to cabbage soup for flavor?

Cabbage has a relatively mild flavor, especially in soup form.  Check out our list of easy ingredients to add to cabbage soup to make it taste better.

• Salt and Black pepper (don’t discount the importance of these.)
• Dried or fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary, basil, parsley, oregano)
• Garlic, garlic salt or garlic powder
• Onions, onion powder or dried onion flakes
• Red pepper flakes
• Siracha
• Splash of vinegar
• Lemon juice or zest
• Worcestershire sauce
• Paprika or Hungarian Smoked Paprika
• Celery Salt
• White wine

Recipe Variations

• Add any vegetables you have on hand that need used up. Bell peppers, zucchini, yellow squash, fresh tomatoes, sweet potatoes, etc.
• Use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
• Try fresh herbs!
• Add fresh lemon juice for flavor.
• Apple cider vinegar is a healthy addition.

Is cabbage soup good for weight loss?

Yes, cabbage soup is often considered good for weight loss because it is low in calories and can help to fill you up without consuming excessive calories. It can be a helpful option for those looking to shed a few pounds, especially after a weekend of indulgence.

Is cabbage soup a laxative?

Cabbage soup is not a laxative, but it is high in fiber, which can promote digestive health and regularity. However, individual experiences with cabbage soup may vary, and it’s always best to consult a healthcare professional for personalized advice.

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