Detox Cabbage Soup – Light, Nutritious & Easy

cabbage

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: green cabbage

Kale is more nutrient-dense, while green cabbage is often less expensive.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water

Homemade broth can be healthier and cheaper than store-bought.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Add onion and cook for 4–5 minutes, until softened and slightly golden.

Stir in celery and carrots, and cook for another 4–5 minutes until they begin to soften.

Stir in ginger, garlic, paprika, cumin, oregano, and basil. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.

Add chopped cabbage and cook, stirring often, for 4–5 minutes.

Add chopped tomatoes, vegetable broth, red lentils, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, until lentils are tender and flavors meld together.

Turn off the heat, stir in parsley, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

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