Description
Hearty cabbage detox soup delivers nourishing comfort with minimal effort, promising a wellness-boosting meal packed with clean ingredients. Balanced flavors and simple preparation make this nutritious soup a perfect choice for health-conscious individuals seeking delicious healing.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables:
- 1 medium head cabbage, chopped
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 large carrots, sliced
- 2 bell peppers (any color), chopped
- 3 celery stalks, chopped
Liquids & Canned Goods:
- 6 cups (1.4 liters) vegetable broth
- 1 can (14.5 ounces / 411 grams) diced tomatoes (with juice)
Seasonings & Flavor Enhancers:
- 12 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon (5 grams) dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 grams) ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 grams) black pepper
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Carefully dice cabbage, onion, carrots, bell peppers, and celery into uniform bite-sized pieces. Finely mince garlic for maximum flavor infusion.
- Select a large pot and warm olive oil over medium heat. Introduce minced garlic and diced onions, sautéing for approximately 3-4 minutes until aromatics become translucent and release their fragrant essence.
- Gradually incorporate chopped vegetables – cabbage, carrots, bell peppers, and celery – into the aromatic base. Pour vegetable broth and diced tomatoes, creating a vibrant liquid foundation.
- Sprinkle dried thyme, turmeric, black pepper, and salt throughout the mixture, ensuring even seasoning distribution. Stir thoroughly to integrate all ingredients.
- Elevate heat to trigger boiling, then immediately reduce to low temperature. Allow soup to simmer uncovered for 30-40 minutes, periodically stirring to prevent vegetable sediment and promote flavor melding.
- During final moments of cooking, brighten the soup’s profile by introducing fresh lemon juice. Taste and calibrate seasoning, adding additional salt or pepper as necessary.
- Transfer steaming soup into serving bowls. Recommend pairing with whole-grain bread for a complete, detoxifying culinary experience.
Notes
- Customize the soup’s consistency by adding more broth for a thinner texture or simmering longer for a thicker, heartier version.
- Boost protein content by stirring in cooked white beans, shredded chicken, or tofu cubes during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- Enhance detox properties by incorporating extra anti-inflammatory ingredients like fresh ginger, turmeric root, or a splash of apple cider vinegar.
- Make the soup more filling and nutritious by topping with chopped fresh herbs like parsley, cilantro, or a sprinkle of nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 59 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 360 mg
- Fat: 0.4 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg