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Miracle Soup
This classic “Miracle Soup” recipe became popular during the mid-to-late 20th century as part of various cabbage soup diet plans. It's a low-calorie, vegetable-rich dish designed for weight-loss programs but is also enjoyed simply as a healthy, comforting soup. Packed with cabbage, onions, peppers, celery, and tomatoes, it’s hearty and satisfying while remaining light. The dry onion soup mix and optional bouillon cubes give it a savory depth of flavor, making it perfect for meal prepping or enjoying over several days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 10
Calories 70 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 head cabbage (large, chopped)
  • 6 onions (large, chopped)
  • 2 green peppers (chopped)
  • 1 bunch celery (chopped)
  • 28 oz tomatoes (diced or crushed)
  • 1 env dry onion soup mix
  • 8 cups water (or enough to cover vegetables)

Optional:

  • 1 bouillon cubes (beef or vegetable)
  • salt (to taste)

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare the Vegetables

  • Chop cabbage, onions, green peppers, and celery into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2: Combine Ingredients

  • Place all chopped vegetables in a large stockpot.
  • Add canned tomatoes, dry onion soup mix, and water to cover vegetables.

Step 3: Initial Boil

  • Bring mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  • Boil for 10 minutes.

Step 4: Simmer Until Tender

  • Reduce heat to low and cover.
  • Simmer until vegetables are tender, about 30–35 minutes.

Step 5: Final Seasoning

  • Stir in optional bouillon cubes for added flavor.
  • Add salt to taste before serving.

Tips

  • Use vegetable broth or chicken broth instead of water for added flavor.
  • Add sliced carrots, zucchini, or mushrooms for extra vegetables.
  • For a heartier soup, add drained beans such as white beans or kidney beans.
  • Spice it up with crushed red pepper flakes, black pepper, or hot sauce.
  • Replace dry onion soup mix with sautéed onions and herbs if you prefer lower sodium.
  • Add canned diced tomatoes with green chiles for a spicier version.
  • Finish with fresh herbs like parsley or dill right before serving.
  • Portion into containers and refrigerate or freeze for easy meal prep.
  • For richer flavor, sauté onions and peppers before boiling.

Nutrition

Calories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 0.5gSodium: 480mgPotassium: 420mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 750IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1.5mg
Keyword cabbage soup, detox style, diet soup, easy soup, low calorie, one-pot soup, vegetable soup, vintage recipe
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