One serving of this soup contains almost half of your daily goal for fiber! Fiber helps you feel full and satisfied, preventing you from mindlessly snacking on high-sugar foods between meals.
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 medium onions, chopped
4 medium celery stalks, chopped
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
Sprinkle of red pepper flakes
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 small head of cabbage, chopped
4 medium carrots, chopped
1 pound frozen cut green beans, thawed
8 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
2 cups water
2 cups low-sodium vegetable juice
1 14-ounce can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
1 15-ounce can red kidney beans (Do not drain.)
1 15-ounce can black beans (Do not drain.)
2 bay leaves
5 cups fresh baby spinach leaves
Makes 10 servings
Carb choices per serving: 1 1/2