Some say this soup is the secret to their weight-loss success. It’s a great midday snack or dinner appetizer. If you like thick soups, consider pureeing this recipe in the pot with an immersion blender. There are so many variations on this recipe. This is delicius ! <3 <3
NUTRITION INFORMATION Per Cup: 48 Calories; 0g Tot Fat; 0g Sat Fat; 0mg Cholesterol; 80mg Sodium; 11g Carb; 3g Fiber; 5g Sugar; 2g Protein. 
WW Old Points 0, WW PointsPlus 1, WW SmartPoints 2, WW Freestyle 0 CALORIE COUNTERS 100-calorie serving = 2 cups
Hands-on time: 20 minutes
Time to table: 35 to 40 minutes but best if the soup is allowed to rest 24 hours or overnight
1 onion, diced (see TIPS)
2 carrots, peeled and diced (see TIPS)
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 rib celery, diced
2 cups (about 5 ounces) chopped cabbage
2 cups (about 6 ounces) cauliflower, cut into florets
2 cups (about 6 ounces) broccoli, cut into florets
1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 2 teaspoons fresh thyme)
2 cloves garlic, minced small
2 cups Swiss chard, washed well and cut into ribbons
Fresh parsley or fresh chives, to taste
1/2 teaspoon table salt or to taste
1/4 teaspoon black pepper or to taste
Juice of a fresh lemon, about 2 tablespoons