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Detox Cabbage Soup – Light, Nutritious & Easy
Ingredients
- Olive oil2–3 tbsp
- Onion1
- Celery2
- Carrot2
- Garlic2
- Ginger1 tbsp
- Cabbage½
- Tomato · chopped1 can
- Vegetable broth6–8 cups
- Red lentil¾ cups
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Bay leaf2
- Paprika1 ½ tsp
- Cumin1 ½ tsp
- Oregano · dried1 tsp
- Basil · dried1 tsp
- Lemon2 tbsp
- Parsley3–4 tbsp
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook 4-5 minutes until soft and slightly golden. Add the celery and carrots and cook another 4-5 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Stir in the ginger (if using), garlic, paprika, cumin, oregano and basil. Cook 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the chopped cabbage and cook, stirring often, for 4-5 minutes until it wilts.
- Add the tomatoes, vegetable broth, red lentils, bay leaves, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce to low, cover and simmer 15-20 minutes until the lentils are tender.
- Turn off the heat. Stir in the parsley, lemon zest and lemon juice. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
Summarized from The Cooking Foodie's video. Watch it for the details.
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