"Veggie Vitality: Your Go-To Weight Loss Soup!"

Weight Loss Soup Recipe

Ingredients:

- **Dry soup mix**: 133g (1/3 of a 400g bag)

- **Fresh vegetable soup mix (carrots, celery, onions, etc.)**: 200g

- **Lentils (dry)**: 50g

- **Chicken or vegetable stock cubes**: 2 cubes (approx. 30g)

- **Water**: 1.5 liters

- **Soy cream**: 100ml

- **Cabbage**: 200g (1 bag, cooked and blended)

- **Salt**: to taste (around 1g)

- **Pepper**: to taste (around 1g

Instructions:

1. **Prepare the Cabbage**: Cook half of the cabbage (100g) in boiling water until tender, then blend it until smooth. Set aside.

2. **Prepare the Lentils**: Rinse the lentils under cold water. Drain and set aside.

3. **Cook the Vegetables**: In a large pot, add the fresh vegetable soup mix and dry soup mix. Pour in the water and bring to a boil.

4. **Add Lentils**: Once boiling, add the rinsed lentils and stock cubes. Stir well and reduce the heat to a simmer.

5. **Simmer**: Let the soup simmer for about 30-40 minutes, or until the lentils and vegetables are tender.

6. **Incorporate Cabbage**: Stir in the blended cabbage and the remaining raw cabbage (100g) into the soup for added texture.

7. **Add Soy Cream**: Stir in the soy cream for creaminess, and season with salt and pepper to taste.

8. **Serve**: Once everything is well combined and heated through, serve hot.

Calories per Serving:

This recipe makes approximately 6 servings. The estimated calories per serving are around **140 calories**.

Health Benefits of Ingredients:

1. **Dry Soup Mix**: Provides a variety of grains and legumes that are high in fiber, aiding digestion and keeping you full while being low in calories.

2. **Fresh Vegetable Soup Mix**: Rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, fresh vegetables boost immunity and promote overall health while being low in calories.

3. **Lentils**: A great source of protein and fiber, lentils help maintain satiety, which can be beneficial for weight loss. They are also packed with essential nutrients like iron and folate.

4. **Chicken or Vegetable Stock Cubes**: Enhance flavor without adding significant calories. They often contain herbs that can aid digestion and overall wellness.

5. **Water**: Essential for hydration and overall health, water helps to keep you feeling full, which may help reduce overall calorie intake.

6. **Soy Cream**: A low-calorie alternative to dairy cream, soy cream adds creaminess while providing plant-based protein and healthy fats beneficial for heart health.

7. **Cabbage**: Low in calories and high in fiber, cabbage promotes digestion and helps you feel full. It's also rich in vitamins K and C, which support immune function.

8. **Salt and Pepper**: While salt should be used in moderation, it enhances flavor. Pepper can have metabolism-boosting properties and aids in digestion.

This weight loss soup is nutritious, filling, and delicious, making it an excellent choice for anyone looking to lose weight while enjoying a hearty and satisfying meal.