Easy Healthy Cabbage Soup Diet

Easy Healthy Cabbage Soup Diet

If you’re looking to shed 7-10 pounds in just one week right before the holidays or a vacation, this Cabbage Soup Diet is a tried-and-true method that can help you do just that. It’s simple, effective, and you can eat as much of this hearty soup as you want throughout the day.

The recipe is full of vegetables, low in calories, and packed with fiber, making it the perfect meal to fill you up while helping you reach your weight loss goals. This plan has been around for decades, and people swear by it when they need a quick weight drop.

The best part? You can eat as much of this flavorful soup as you’d like! Pair it with specific foods as outlined in the daily plan below, and you’ll be well on your way to dropping those extra pounds.

Cabbage Soup Diet Recipe

Ingredients:

• ½ head of cabbage, chopped (around $1.44)
• 1 cup celery, diced (around $0.50)
• 1 cup white or yellow onion, diced (around $0.78)
• 1 cup carrots, diced (around $0.30)
• 1 green bell pepper, diced (around $1.09)
• 2-3 cloves garlic, minced (around $0.13)
• 4 cups chicken broth (around $1.22)
• 1 (14 oz) can of diced tomatoes with basil, oregano, and garlic (around $0.72)
• 1 tsp oregano (from pantry)
• 1 tsp basil (from pantry)
• ½ tsp red pepper flakes (from pantry)
• Black pepper to taste (from pantry)
• ½ tsp salt (optional, from pantry)

Instructions:

1. Sauté the Veggies: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced celery, onions, bell peppers, and carrots. Sauté until the vegetables are slightly tender, about 5-7 minutes.
2. Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute, just until fragrant.
3. Pour in the Broth: Add the chicken broth, stirring to combine with the vegetables.
4. Add Tomatoes and Cabbage: Stir in the diced tomatoes and the chopped cabbage. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender.
5. Season: Add oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, black pepper, and salt (if using). Taste the broth and adjust the seasoning as necessary.
6. Serve: The soup is now ready to enjoy! You can have this as much as you’d like throughout the day.

Instant Pot Directions:

1. Prep the Vegetables: Chop all the vegetables (cabbage, celery, onion, carrots, bell pepper) and mince the garlic.
   
2. Saute Mode: Set your Instant Pot to “Saute” mode and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Once heated, add the onion, celery, bell pepper, and carrots. Saute for about 3-5 minutes until the veggies are slightly softened.
   
3. Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
4. Add the Rest of the Ingredients: Pour in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, and chopped cabbage. Add the seasonings—oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, black pepper, and salt (if using). Stir everything together.
5. Pressure Cook: Place the lid on the Instant Pot and set the valve to “Sealing.” Select the “Pressure Cook” or “Manual” setting on High Pressure and set the timer for 10 minutes.
   
6. Quick Release: Once the cooking cycle is complete, carefully perform a quick release by turning the valve to “Venting.”
7. Serve: Open the lid and give the soup a stir. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy!

Stove-Top Directions:

1. Saute the Veggies: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced celery, onions, bell peppers, and carrots. Saute until the vegetables are slightly tender, about 5-7 minutes.
2. Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute, just until fragrant.
3. Pour in the Broth: Add the chicken broth, stirring to combine with the vegetables.
4. Add Tomatoes and Cabbage: Stir in the diced tomatoes and the chopped cabbage. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender.
5. Season: Add oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, black pepper, and salt (if using). Taste the broth and adjust the seasoning as necessary.
6. Serve: The soup is now ready to enjoy! You can have this as much as you’d like throughout the day.

How the Cabbage Soup Diet Works:

This soup forms the basis of the Cabbage Soup Diet, and the key to success is sticking to the specific foods listed for each day. The idea behind the diet is to eat low-calorie foods that fill you up while also incorporating lean proteins and specific fruits and vegetables on designated days.

Day 1: Soup and Fruit

• Eat as much of the cabbage soup as you want, for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Pair the soup with fruit (except bananas), such as apples, berries, or watermelon.

Day 2: Soup and Vegetables

• Today, you can eat unlimited cabbage soup and vegetables. Choose from greens like spinach, broccoli, and green beans. Avoid starchy veggies like potatoes, corn, and legumes.

Day 3: Soup, Fruit, and Vegetables

• Mix it up! Eat all the cabbage soup, fruit, and vegetables you want, with the same rules as before: no bananas, potatoes, or corn.

Day 4: Soup and Bananas

• Today, it’s all about bananas. Eat as much cabbage soup and bananas as you want. This day is designed to satisfy any sugar cravings you may have.

Day 5: Soup, Beef, and Tomatoes

• In addition to eating as much cabbage soup as you like, today’s focus is on beef and tomatoes. You can add these to the soup, grill them, or make patties. Enjoy around 6-8 tomatoes throughout the day.

Day 6: Soup, Beef, and Veggies

• Today, you’re allowed to eat cabbage soup, beef, and vegetables (again, no starchy ones like potatoes or corn).

Day 7: Soup, Fruit, Veggies, and Chicken or Beef

• The final day of the diet! Eat as much cabbage soup, fruit, veggies, and lean meats (chicken or beef) as you like.

Day 8: Resume Normal Diet

• By this point, you should have lost anywhere from 7-12 pounds, depending on how strictly you followed the plan. Many people report feeling less bloated, more energetic, and ready to return to their regular diets. You can now resume your normal, balanced meals, but keep in mind that moderation and portion control will help maintain the results you’ve achieved.

Why the Cabbage Soup Diet Works:

This diet is extremely low in calories, which helps you lose weight quickly. The high-fiber content of the vegetables keeps you feeling full, while the lean proteins (like beef and chicken) help to maintain muscle mass as you drop pounds. The specific meal plans for each day are designed to ensure you’re getting the nutrients your body needs without going overboard on calories.

Final Tips for Success:

• Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated and flush out toxins.
• Avoid Temptations: Stick to the foods on the list for each day. Avoid snacks like chips, soda, or high-calorie processed foods during the week.
• Exercise: Light exercise such as walking or yoga can help boost your weight loss results.
• Consult a Doctor: If you have any underlying health conditions or concerns, it’s always a good idea to check with your doctor before starting any new diet.

This Cabbage Soup Diet is great for short-term weight loss, especially when you need to shed a few pounds quickly before a holiday, wedding, or vacation. By following the plan for 7 days, you’ll feel lighter, more energetic, and ready for whatever event is coming your way!

Cabbage Soup Diet Recipe Print Now

Cabbage Detox Soup

Budget101.com by Melissa 'Liss' Burnell

This Cabbage Detox Soup is a flavorful, low-calorie soup designed to support rapid weight loss. Filled with hearty vegetables and aromatic herbs, it's perfect for anyone looking to drop a few pounds quickly.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Pressure Release Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course Dinner, lunch, Main Course, Snack

Cuisine American

Servings 6

Calories 189 kcal

Equipment

• ▢
  Large pot or Dutch oven
• ▢
  Knife and Cutting Board
• ▢
  Wooden Spoon
• ▢
  Instant Pot (optional for faster cooking)

Ingredients

  

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• ▢ ½ head cabbage (chopped ($1.44))
• ▢ 1 cup celery (diced ($0.50))
• ▢ 1 cup white or yellow onion (diced ($0.75))
• ▢ 1 cup carrots (diced ($0.40))
• ▢ 1 green bell pepper (diced ($0.70))
• ▢ 2-3 cloves garlic (minced ($0.10))
• ▢ 4 cups chicken broth ($1.22)
• ▢ 14 oz diced tomatoes with basil (oregano, and garlic ($0.72))
• ▢ 1 tsp oregano (from pantry)
• ▢ 1 tsp basil (from pantry)
• ▢ ½ tsp red pepper flakes (from pantry)
• ▢ Salt and pepper to taste (from pantry)
• ▢ 2 tbsp olive oil (from pantry)

Instructions

 

Instant Pot/ Pressure Cooker:

• Sauté: Using the sauté function, heat oil and sauté the celery, onions, bell pepper, and carrots until tender.
  1 cup celery

  1 cup white or yellow onion

  1 cup carrots

  1 green bell pepper

  2 tbsp olive oil
• Add Ingredients: Add garlic, chicken broth, tomatoes, cabbage, and seasonings.
  1/2 head cabbage

  2-3 cloves garlic

  4 cups chicken broth

  14 oz diced tomatoes with basil

  1 tsp oregano

  1 tsp basil

  Salt and pepper to taste

  1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
• Cook: Set Instant Pot to Manual or Pressure Cook on high for 10 minutes. Allow natural release for 10 minutes before opening.

Stove Top Directions:

• Heat Oil: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
• Sauté Vegetables: Add celery, onions, bell pepper, and carrots, and sauté until slightly tender, about 5 minutes.
• Add Garlic: Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
• Add Broth and Tomatoes: Pour in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, and cabbage. Stir well.
• Season: Add oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to taste.
• Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20-30 minutes until cabbage is tender.

Equipment

Large pot or Dutch oven

Knife and Cutting Board

Wooden Spoon

Instant Pot (optional for faster cooking)

Notes

Day 1: Soup and Fruit

• Eat as much of the cabbage soup as you want, for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Pair the soup with fruit (except bananas), such as apples, berries, or watermelon.

Day 2: Soup and Vegetables

• Today, you can eat unlimited cabbage soup and vegetables. Choose from greens like spinach, broccoli, and green beans. Avoid starchy veggies like potatoes, corn, and legumes.

Day 3: Soup, Fruit, and Vegetables

• Mix it up! Eat all the cabbage soup, fruit, and vegetables you want, with the same rules as before: no bananas, potatoes, or corn.

Day 4: Soup and Bananas

• Today, it's all about bananas. Eat as much cabbage soup and bananas as you want. This day is designed to satisfy any sugar cravings you may have.

Day 5: Soup, Beef, and Tomatoes

• In addition to eating as much cabbage soup as you like, today’s focus is on beef and tomatoes. You can add these to the soup, grill them, or make patties. Enjoy around 6-8 tomatoes throughout the day.

Day 6: Soup, Beef, and Veggies

• Today, you're allowed to eat cabbage soup, beef, and vegetables (again, no starchy ones like potatoes or corn).

Day 7: Soup, Fruit, Veggies, and Chicken or Beef

• The final day of the diet! Eat as much cabbage soup, fruit, veggies, and lean meats (chicken or beef) as you like.

Day 8: Resume Normal Diet

• By this point, you should have lost anywhere from 7-12 pounds, depending on how strictly you followed the plan. Many people report feeling less bloated, more energetic, and ready to return to their regular diets. You can now resume your normal, balanced meals, but keep in mind that moderation and portion control will help maintain the results you’ve achieved.

Recipe Size Alteration Note

If you altered the ingedients above by doubling or tripling the recipe, you may also need to change the pan/dish size and adjust the cooking/baking time.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 189kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 7gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 731mgPotassium: 761mgFiber: 7gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 3923IUVitamin C: 56mgCalcium: 406mgIron: 10mgNet Carbs: 17g

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