Description
Cabbage soup is a hearty and nutritious dish that warms both body and soul. This vibrant recipe features fresh green cabbage, sweet carrots, and zesty tomatoes simmered in a flavorful broth. Perfect for chilly evenings or as a healthy meal prep option, this soup is not only comforting but also versatile—allowing you to use whatever vegetables you have on hand.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups chopped green cabbage
- 2 medium carrots (sliced)
- 2 stalks celery (chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your veggies by chopping the cabbage, carrots, and celery into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Stir in the chopped cabbage, carrots, celery, canned tomatoes, salt, pepper, thyme, and bay leaf. Pour in enough broth to cover the ingredients.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 30-40 minutes until veggies are tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning; add lemon juice if desired.
- Serve hot with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg