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Amanda Patel

Vegetable Cabbage Soup (Detox-Friendly)

A comforting, budget-friendly, and detox-supportive vegetable soup with cabbage, carrots, celery, and green beans in a savory tomato-herb broth. Perfect for cozy weeknights or a feel-good reset.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 130
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 3 carrots, sliced
  • 3 ribs celery, sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.5–1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 28-oz can diced tomatoes
  • 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 0.5 medium green cabbage, chopped (6–7 cups)
  • 1 cup green beans (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 tsp fine sea salt (plus more to taste)
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1–2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley

Equipment

  • 5–6 qt Dutch oven or soup pot with lid for faster simmering
  • sharp chef’s knife for efficient chopping
  • cutting board
  • Wooden spoon or silicone spatula for stirring
  • microplane for garlic if preferred
  • measuring spoons & cups

Method
 

  1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Prepare and keep all chopped vegetables nearby.
  2. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 6–8 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  3. Stir in garlic, thyme, oregano, and smoked paprika. Cook for 30–60 seconds.
  4. Pour in diced tomatoes with juices and vegetable broth. Scrape the bottom of the pot to release any stuck bits.
  5. Stir in chopped cabbage and green beans. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Partially cover and simmer for 20–25 minutes until cabbage is tender.
  7. Remove the bay leaf. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Taste and adjust.
  8. Stir in chopped parsley. Let soup rest off heat for 2 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 0.7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.4gSodium: 480mgPotassium: 580mgFiber: 5gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 4800IUVitamin C: 28mgCalcium: 85mgIron: 1.3mg

Notes

Use pre-chopped mirepoix and shredded cabbage to save time. For a creamy version, blend 1–2 cups and stir back in, or finish with a splash of coconut milk. Add chili flakes for heat or chickpeas for protein.

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