Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step 1: Wash and Cut
- Wash all vegetables under clean water. Peel the onions and carrots. Cut cabbage into small pieces. Slice carrots and celery. Chop tomatoes and bell pepper.
Step 2: Cook the Base
- Place a large pot on medium heat. Add a little oil or spray (optional). Put onions, garlic, and carrots in the pot. Stir and cook for 2–3 minutes until they start to smell good.
Step 3: Add More Vegetables
- Add cabbage, celery, tomatoes, and bell pepper to the pot. Stir well so all vegetables mix together.
Step 4: Add Broth
- Pour in 6 cups of vegetable or chicken broth. If you don’t have broth, you can use water with a stock cube. Let the liquid come to a boil.
Step 5: Add Seasoning
- Add salt, pepper, and herbs of your choice. Stir well. Cover the pot with a lid.
Step 6: Simmer the Soup
- Turn the heat down to low. Let the soup cook slowly for 20–30 minutes. The vegetables should be soft but not mushy.
Notes
- This soup is the base of the 7-day cabbage soup diet.
- You can add chili flakes, lemon juice, or hot sauce for more taste.
- If you want more protein, add a little chicken breast or beans.
- For low sodium, use less salt and low-sodium broth.
- Soup stays fresh in the fridge for 3–4 days. Freeze it for longer use.
- Always eat the soup first during meals. Then add the other allowed foods for each diet day.

