Description
Cabbage soup is a nourishing and low-calorie dish that bursts with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients. This easy-to-make recipe combines fresh cabbage, carrots, onions, and garlic simmered in rich vegetable broth, creating a warm and comforting meal perfect for any occasion. Whether enjoyed solo or paired with crusty bread, this hearty soup is not only delicious but also brimming with essential nutrients that support overall health. In under an hour, you can have a pot of delightful cabbage soup ready to serve?a wonderful addition to your weekly meal prep that satisfies both hunger and taste buds.
Ingredients
- 1/2 medium green or savoy cabbage
- 2 firm carrots
- 1 medium onion
- 2 celery stalks
- 3–4 garlic cloves
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- Salt, pepper, thyme, bay leaves
Instructions
- Wash and chop all vegetables: cabbage into bite-sized pieces, carrots and celery into small chunks, onion finely chopped, and garlic minced.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Saut? the onion until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Stir in diced carrots and celery; cook until softened (3-4 minutes).
- Add chopped cabbage, canned tomatoes, and vegetable broth; mix well.
- Season with salt, pepper, thyme, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil then reduce to simmer for about 30 minutes.
- Taste before serving; adjust seasonings as needed. Remove bay leaves before serving.
Notes
For added protein, consider incorporating beans or cooked chicken.
Customize your soup by adding your favorite spices or additional vegetables.
Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to five days or frozen for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg