Description
Hearty keto cabbage soup delivers a comforting Low-carb miracle packed with nutritious vegetables and rich flavors. Warm spices and tender cabbage create a satisfying meal that nourishes while keeping carbohydrates minimal for health-conscious diners seeking delicious wellness.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Vegetables:
- 3 cups green cabbage, chopped
- 2 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Proteins and Broths:
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth (low-sodium)
- ½ pound (0.5 lb) ground beef, chicken, or turkey (optional for added protein)
- 1 (14 ounces) can diced tomatoes (no added sugar)
Seasonings and Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional, for heat)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a spacious pot over medium flame, sautéing diced onions and colorful bell peppers until they transform into soft, translucent treasures, approximately 5 minutes.
- Introduce minced garlic to the aromatic mixture, stirring briefly until its fragrance permeates the kitchen, then incorporate ground meat if desired, browning thoroughly and fragmenting with a wooden utensil.
- Tumble shredded cabbage and sliced zucchini into the pot, allowing them to dance and soften for 3-4 minutes, releasing their natural moisture and capturing the developing flavors.
- Cascade chicken or vegetable broth over the vegetable medley, complementing with diced tomatoes and a symphony of spices: smoky paprika, earthy cumin, delicate thyme, and fiery chili flakes, then elevate the temperature until the liquid reaches a vigorous boil.
- Reduce the heat to a gentle simmer, allowing the soup to quietly transform for 20-25 minutes, ensuring vegetables become tender and flavors harmonize completely.
- Conduct a final taste exploration, calibrating seasoning with salt and pepper as needed, then ladle the vibrant soup into waiting bowls, crowning each serving with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or cilantro for a bright, herbaceous finish.
Notes
- Slice vegetables uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the soup.
- Use a heavy-bottomed pot to prevent burning and distribute heat evenly during sautéing and simmering.
- Swap ground meat with plant-based alternatives like crumbled tofu or tempeh for a vegetarian version that maintains keto macros.
- Enhance soup’s flavor by adding a splash of apple cider vinegar or a squeeze of lemon juice just before serving to brighten the overall taste profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg