Extreme Diet Soup
Fuel your weight loss journey with this wholesome and hearty Extreme Diet Soup, a deliciously light recipe packed with nutrient-rich vegetables and satisfying flavors. Featuring a medley of low-calorie ingredients like zucchini, green cabbage, carrots, and baby spinach, all simmered in a flavorful low-sodium vegetable broth with a hint of Italian seasoning, this soup is perfect for clean eating and detox plans. Quick to prepare in just 45 minutes, this low-fat, vegan-friendly meal delivers a nutrient boost while keeping calories in check. Brightened with fresh parsley and a splash of lemon juice, it's a comforting yet refreshing dish that's perfect for meal prep or a warming dinner. Embrace healthy eating without compromising on taste with this easy and satisfying weight-loss soup!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 3 stalks celery stalks, chopped
- 2 large carrots, peeled and sliced
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 2 cups green cabbage, shredded
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 14-ounce can canned diced tomatoes, no salt added
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups baby spinach leaves
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic, celery, and carrots, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Add the zucchini and shredded cabbage to the pot, stirring to combine the vegetables.
Pour in the vegetable broth and canned diced tomatoes, along with the Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then lower the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and let it cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the baby spinach leaves to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes, until wilted.
Stir in the chopped parsley and lemon juice for a burst of freshness before serving.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, then ladle the soup into bowls and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
516 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.7 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.6 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2325 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.3 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.2 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.7 g | ||
| Protein | 13.4 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 430 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 4180 mg | 89% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
