Basic Cabbage Soup Recipe Recipe

Drop 10 pounds in a week? This delicious and surprisingly easy cabbage soup recipe is a popular component of the cabbage soup diet. While we don't guarantee weight loss results, this flavorful soup is packed with vegetables and makes a healthy, satisfying meal. Perfect for a light lunch, a hearty dinner, or meal prepping for the week! This recipe offers a simple, customizable base you can adjust to your taste.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 101.3 kcal
Protein 6g
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Ingredients for Basic Cabbage Soup Recipe

  • 1 small head of cabbage (about 1 pound)
  • 2 carrots (1 cup chopped)
  • 1 medium onion (1 cup chopped)
  • 2 green onions (1/2 cup chopped)
  • 1 bell pepper (1 cup chopped)
  • 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 2 celery stalks (1 cup chopped)
  • 1 cup brown rice
  • Salt, to taste
  • Fresh ground black pepper, to taste
  • 8 cups water

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How to Make Basic Cabbage Soup Recipe

  1. Chop 1 small head of cabbage (about 1 pound), 2 carrots (1 cup chopped), 1 medium onion (1 cup chopped), 2 green onions (1/2 cup chopped), 1 bell pepper (1 cup chopped), 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained, and 2 celery stalks (1 cup chopped) into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large stockpot, combine all chopped vegetables.
  3. Add 8 cups of water to the pot.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to a simmer. Uncover and simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. While the soup simmers, prepare 1 cup of brown rice according to package directions.
  6. Cover the soup and continue to simmer until the vegetables are tender, about 45 minutes.
  7. Stir in the cooked brown rice during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
  8. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Let the soup cool completely before storing in the refrigerator. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

35g

Fat

0g

Carbs

7g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Basic Cabbage Soup Recipe?

Basic Cabbage Soup Recipe takes about 95 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 75 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Basic Cabbage Soup Recipe?

Basic Cabbage Soup Recipe has approximately 101.3 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Basic Cabbage Soup Recipe?

The key ingredients for Basic Cabbage Soup Recipe are Cabbage, Carrots, Onions, Green Onions, Red Peppers, Tomatoes. See the full list with measurements above.

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