Weight Loss Soup
Weight Loss Magic Soup is a combination of a couple of weight loss soup recipes that have been around for years – Weight Watchers Garden Vegetable Soup and the Cabbage Soup Diet Recipe. We added kidney beans for protein to help feel fuller for a longer period of time. Feel free to add or subtract vegetables to your taste. The benefit of this soup is that it tastes great and it really does help you lose weight.
Why is it Called “Magic Soup”?
We call this soup “magic” because we have all incorporated it in our diets at one point in another with terrific results! It’s so much more than a bland cabbage soup or vegetable soup. It is hearty, flavorful and keeps you full and on track with healthy eating.
Do I Only Eat This Weight Loss Soup? All Day, Every Day?
No. You still need to get a healthy amount of calories in (about 1,200 a day) to lose weight at a healthy rate. For best results here’s what we have found to work:
Will I Gain All My Weight Back Afterwards?
It’s important to note that we don’t recommend following this strict diet for more than seven days. After a week, be sure to maintain a healthy diet, having this soup intermittently until you reach your desired weight. Think of this as a positive kick-off to your diet, a way to shed pounds and gain some confidence as you continue your lifestyle change. A great way to help with portion control is to eat a bowl of soup before you eat your regular meal. The soup will fill your stomach with healthy vegetables, and you will feel less hungry during your meal.
How Many Calories are in Weight Loss Magic Soup?
Each cup of Weight Loss Magic Soup has only 57 calories! It is such a satisfying way to get your vegetables in for the day. If you are worried about sodium content, feel free to use low-sodium V8 or even use tomato juice (homemade or store bought). You can also use fresh veggies instead of canned or low-sodium broths to reduce sodium as well.
Nutrition information per cup
57 calories11 carbs0 fat4 protein225 sodium
How Long Does Weight Loss Magic Soup Last?
This Weight Loss Magic Soup recipe makes about 20 cups of soup, so you will have plenty to eat all week long. It stays fresh in the refrigerator for up to seven days, and freezes beautifully. Make a double or triple batch and store in the freezer for up to three months.
Substitutions for Weight Loss Soup
Vegetables: You can substitute any vegetable really. Just try to avoid starch ones like potatoes, peas or corn if you can. Kale, spinach and celery are delicious and filling substitutions.Chicken broth: Beef broth or vegetable broth can be used instead of chicken broth. Feel free to use low sodium broth or make your own.Protein: We use kidney beans in our recipe to add some protein to this soup. White beans, pinto beans, black beans, or red beans can also be used and the calorie count will stay the same. You can also use lean ground beef or ground turkey, but keep in mind that the calorie count will go up.
Can I Make This Soup In My Instant Pot?
“I did it in the instant pot! I sauteed the onions, garlic, carrots, green beans and mushrooms in olive oil. Then added broth and gave it a good stir to scrape up bits. I added Kale instead of cabbage and cooked it 5 minutes. Quick release, add zucchini and stir. Add tomatoes last and don’t stir. Cook another 5 minutes and quick release. I didn’t add beans or tomato juice. I sprinkled it with parmesan and it was wonderful!”
Spices and Herbs to Use for Seasoning
In addition to the onion, garlic, Italian seasoning and the seasonings in the diced tomatoes and V-8 juice, you can add any of the following additional seasonings:
BasilOreganoThymeParsleySageRed Pepper FlakesTony Chachere’s Cajun Seasoning
This Soup Recipe Has A LOT of Veggies. Am I Going to be, You Know, Running to the Bathroom Often?
If this is something you’re worried about, or if you find yourself hitting up the bathroom too much for your liking, eat the soup along with some whole-what toast, brown rice or even a banana. That should help!
More Healthy Soup Recipes
Chicken and Rice Soup: The ease of preparing this Chicken and Rice Soup is only outweighed by how good it tastes. The seasonings slowly cook into the chicken, vegetables, and broth making every bite delicious.Black Bean Soup: Hearty and satisfying, this black bean soup can be thrown together in under thirty minutes but tastes like it’s been simmering all day.Vegetable Beef Soup: This soup is full of savory ground beef and hearty vegetables. One of the easiest soups to throw together on a busy, chilly day, and always a family favorite!Chicken Tortilla Soup: Chicken Tortilla Soup is one of those comfort foods I constantly crave during the winter months, even into spring. Tender chunks of chicken and spices simmer together, making the house smell heavenly.
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