⭐ Mediterranean Cabbage Fat-Burning Soup
Light • Cleansing • Low-calorie • High-fiber • Veggie-rich
This version uses olive oil, herbs, lemon, garlic, and antioxidant vegetables for a clean, slimming Mediterranean profile.
🥣 Ingredients (6 servings)
Vegetables
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1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
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1 large onion, diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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3 carrots, sliced
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2 celery stalks, sliced
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4 cups cabbage, shredded
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1 red bell pepper, diced
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1 zucchini, diced
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1 cup cherry tomatoes (or 1 can diced tomatoes)
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2 cups spinach or kale (added at the end)
Liquid Base
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6 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
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2 cups water
Mediterranean Seasoning
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1 tsp dried oregano
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1 tsp dried basil
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½ tsp paprika
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½ tsp turmeric (optional fat-burning boost)
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½ tsp cumin (helps digestion)
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1 bay leaf
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Salt & pepper to taste
Finishing Touches
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Juice of 1 lemon
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2 tbsp fresh parsley
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1 tbsp fresh dill (optional)
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Optional: ½ tsp chili flakes for metabolism boost
👩🍳 Instructions
🔸 1. Sauté Aromatics
Heat olive oil in a large pot.
Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery.
Cook 5–6 minutes until softened.
🔸 2. Add the Main Vegetables
Stir in:
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cabbage
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bell pepper
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zucchini
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tomatoes
Cook 3 minutes to soften slightly.
🔸 3. Add Liquids & Spices
Pour in broth + water.
Add oregano, basil, paprika, turmeric, cumin, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat.
Simmer 20–25 minutes until all vegetables are soft.
🔸 4. Add Greens
Stir in spinach or kale.
Simmer 3 more minutes until wilted.
🔸 5. Finish With Freshness
Turn off heat and add:
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lemon juice
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fresh parsley
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fresh dill (optional)
Taste → adjust salt, pepper, or add extra lemon.
🍽️ Serve
Enjoy warm.
Great with lemon wedges or a drizzle of olive oil for healthy fats.
🔥 Fat-Burning Benefits (Mediterranean Style)
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Cabbage → detox, low-calorie, fiber-rich
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Turmeric & lemon → anti-inflammatory
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Fiber-rich veggies → fuller longer
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Broth-based soup → naturally low-calorie
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Olive oil → healthy metabolism-supporting fat
🍋 Nutrition (approx. per bowl)
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Calories: 90–120
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Fat: 3–4g (healthy EVOO)
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Fiber: 4–6g
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Very low-carb & nutrient-dense
🌿 Variations
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Add white beans or chickpeas for protein
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Add cauliflower or broccoli for more fiber
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Make it spicy: add harissa or chili paste
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Add artichokes for Mediterranean aroma
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Add fresh basil for a lighter summer version
