Many claim that their key to losing weight is soup. I planned to prepare a soup that would full me up and let me eat less of my main course. So much has changed with this soup that I no longer even eat the main course. So very satisfying, healthy, and hearty! It is a lovely soup with a variety of colors and freezes well. I’m hoping you like it. If there are any modifications, please let me know so I can give them a try.
| Prep Time: | 20 mins |
| Cook Time: | 25 mins |
| Total Time: | 45 mins |
| Servings: | 10 |
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 small head cabbage, chopped
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can chopped stewed tomatoes
- 3 carrots, peeled and cut into coins
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 bunch kale, chopped
- 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas (Optional)
- salt and ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic in hot oil until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add broth, cabbage, tomatoes, carrots, and paprika. Cook until cabbage softens, 10 to 15 minutes.
- Add kale, cover to trap steam, and cook until soft, 7 to 10 minutes. Pour in chickpeas and cook until heated through, 1 to 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper; serve hot.
- I change up the spices every time; a tiny bit of cayenne pepper adds a nice punch, too.
Reviews
Easy to make. Delicious
This is a great basic recipe. When my three daughters were teens this was on the stove at all times. It helps to maintain a healthy weight. Every day you can add something a little bit different. Leftover roasted chicken leftover beef. Or just enjoy the original recipe. The only thing I change in this is using white pepper it’s better for digestion.
This was an easy recipe that I will sure enjoy. So just to mention what I did with the recipe, I added chopped celery and I used Veggeta powder and water instead of the vegetable broth. I also added 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, and turmeric just to make it more tasty. It tastes really delicious with a touch of Mediterranean cuisine. Yummy!!!!!!
I make a version of this soup in the Fall and Winter months. So delicious and satisfying. I use White Pepper instead of cayenne or black pepper. It isn’t as harsh as cayenne, or as obvious as black pepper, but gives it quite a kick! When the soup is finished simmering, I hit it with another shot of white pepper. It will definitely clear up your sinuses!