The Cabbage Soup Diet Recipe

Name: The Cabbage Soup Diet
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 head green cabbage, finely shredded or chopped; 2 large onions, chopped; 16 to 28 ounces canned tomatoes, chopped with juices; 2 green bell peppers, seeded and chopped; 4 celery stalks with leaves, chopped; 6 carrots, peeled and sliced; 1/2 pound green beans, stem ends snapped, sliced on the diagonal; Black pepper to taste; Chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley, sage, dill, cilantro, or thyme; Balsamic vinegar or lemon or lime juice; Minced fresh herbs; Chopped green onions

Servings: persons

1 head green cabbage, finely shredded or chopped
2 large onions, chopped
16 to 28 ounces canned tomatoes, chopped with juices
2 green bell peppers, seeded and chopped
4 celery stalks with leaves, chopped
6 carrots, peeled and sliced
1/2 pound green beans, stem ends snapped, sliced on the diagonal
Black pepper to taste
Chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley, sage, dill, cilantro, or thyme
Balsamic vinegar or lemon or lime juice
Minced fresh herbs
Chopped green onions

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Prep all the ingredients as directed in the recipe list.
2
Put all the vegetables in a big soup pot and cover with water.
3
Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium and boil gently for 10 minutes.
4
Cover, reduce the heat to low, and simmer until all the vegetables are soft.
5
Stir in the black pepper and chopped herbs.
6
This soup can be served hot or cold.
7
It can be pureed or partially pureed to vary textures.
8
It can be seasoned differently for variety, with balsamic vinegar, lemon or lime juice, different fresh herbs, or chopped green onions.

203

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 head green cabbage, finely shredded or chopped, 2 large onions, chopped, 16 to 28 ounces canned tomatoes, chopped with juices, 2 green bell peppers, seeded and chopped, and more.

Yes, The Cabbage Soup Diet falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

The Cabbage Soup Diet

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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