🥣 Cabbage Fat-Burning Soup

This classic “fat-burning” cabbage soup is a low-calorie, nutrient-dense vegetable soup often used for short-term meal plans or detox-style weeks. It’s flavorful, filling, and easy to customize.

✅ Ingredients (10–12 servings)

Vegetables

• 1 medium head of cabbage, chopped

• 6 large carrots, sliced

• 6 celery stalks, chopped

• 2 large green bell peppers, diced

• 1–2 onions, diced

• 6 cloves garlic, minced

• 1–2 cups green beans (optional)

• 1–2 cups sliced mushrooms (optional)

Liquids & Base

• 2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes

• 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce (optional for richer flavor)

• 8 cups vegetable or chicken broth (or water)

Seasonings

• 1–2 tsp black pepper

• 2 tsp salt (or to taste)

• 1–2 tsp paprika

• 1–2 tsp dried oregano

• 1–2 tsp dried basil

• 1–2 tsp onion powder

• 1–2 tsp garlic powder

• 1–2 bay leaves

• Optional spice: red pepper flakes or cayenne for heat

🥬 Instructions

1. Prep the veggies

Wash and chop cabbage, carrots, celery, peppers, onions, and any optional veggies.

2. Sauté aromatics

In a large pot, heat a tablespoon of olive oil (optional). Add onions and garlic; sauté 3–4 minutes until fragrant.

3. Add remaining vegetables

Add cabbage, celery, carrots, peppers, green beans, and mushrooms to the pot.

4. Add tomatoes & broth

Pour in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and broth/water. Stir well.

5. Season

Add pepper, salt, paprika, oregano, basil, onion powder, garlic powder, bay leaves, and optional spices.

6. Simmer

Bring to a boil, then reduce to low and simmer 30–45 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.

7. Taste & adjust seasoning

Add more salt, pepper, or herbs if needed.

🍲 Serving Suggestions

• Enjoy as a stand-alone light meal

• Add shredded chicken, lean turkey, or beans for extra protein

• Serve with a squeeze of lemon for brightness

• Garnish with parsley or green onions

❄️ Storage

• Refrigerator: 4–5 days

• Freezer: Up to 3 months

• Reheat on stove or microwave

❓ Q&A About Cabbage Fat-Burning Soup

Q1: Does cabbage soup really burn fat?

It’s not a “fat burner” by itself—no food melts fat.
But it can help with weight loss because it’s:

• low calorie

• high volume (keeps you full)

• mostly vegetables and water
  Weight loss happens from a calorie deficit, and this soup can help reduce overall calorie intake.

Q2: Can I eat the soup for every meal?

Short-term meal plans include it daily, but eating only the soup for long periods is not recommended. Add lean proteins and healthy fats to stay balanced.

Q3: Can I add meat?

Yes! Popular additions:

• shredded chicken

• ground turkey

• lean beef

• turkey meatballs
  Just keep total calories balanced if your goal is weight loss.

Q4: Is this soup keto?

No — carrots, tomatoes, and some vegetables add carbs.
To adapt:

• remove carrots

• reduce onions

• use fewer tomatoes

Q5: Is it spicy?

Only if you add spice.
Adjust heat using:

• red pepper flakes

• cayenne

• jalapeño
  Or omit them completely.

Q6: Can I make this in a slow cooker?

Yes:

• Add all ingredients

• Cook on LOW 6–8 hours or HIGH 3–4 hours

Q7: Why does it make a big batch?

Because the soup is meant to be eaten multiple times throughout a week, and cabbage shrinks as it cooks.

Q8: Can I blend the soup?

Yes. Blending part of it makes it thicker, creamier, and stew-like.

Q9: How many calories per serving?

Typically 60–90 calories per cup, depending on ingredients.

Q10: What can I add for more flavor?

Try:

• ginger

• soy sauce (for an Asian twist)

• curry powder

• Italian seasoning

• lemon juice

• hot sauce

• Worcestershire sauce