Best Basic Veggie Soup

Best Basic Veggie Soup (Perfect for Weight Maintenance)

Light, nourishing, filling, and super customizable — this soup is a staple when you want something healthy without overthinking meals.

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 zucchini, chopped
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 2 cups cabbage or spinach
• 1 can diced tomatoes (or 2 fresh tomatoes)
• 6 cups vegetable broth (or water + bouillon)
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning or mixed herbs
• Optional: chili flakes, parsley, lemon juice

Optional Add-ins:

• Mushrooms
• Green beans
• Cauliflower
• Broccoli
• Chickpeas or beans
• Lentils
• Corn
• Peas

Instructions:

1. Sauté the base
   Heat olive oil in a large pot. Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook 5 minutes until softened.
2. Add vegetables
   Stir in zucchini, bell pepper, cabbage, and tomatoes.
3. Pour broth
   Add vegetable broth, salt, pepper, and herbs.
4. Simmer
   Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 25–30 minutes.
5. Finish
   Add spinach (if using) in the last 2 minutes. Finish with lemon juice or parsley.

Why It Works for Weight Maintenance:

• Low calorie, high volume
• High fiber = keeps you full
• Hydrating and nutrient-dense
• Easy to batch cook
• Helps control cravings

Pro Tip:

Make a huge pot and keep in the fridge. Have a bowl before meals or as lunch/dinner.

Simple Serving Idea:

Pair with:

• boiled eggs
• grilled chicken
• Greek yogurt
• whole grain toast

If you’d like, I can also give you a  Fat Burning Veggie Soup version,  High Protein Veggie Soup, or  Moroccan-style veggie soup next.