Description
This hearty and healthy cabbage soup is packed with flavor and nutrients! Loaded with cabbage, vegetables, and a savory broth, it’s perfect for a light meal or a filling, low-calorie option. It’s a simple, comforting dish that’s perfect for meal prep or a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 medium carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 small head of cabbage, shredded (about 6 cups)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, with juices
- 6 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth for more flavor)
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Sauté the Vegetables:
Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant. - Add the Other Vegetables:
Add the carrots, celery, bell pepper, and zucchini to the pot. Stir occasionally and cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften. - Add the Cabbage and Broth:
Stir in the shredded cabbage, diced tomatoes with juices, and vegetable broth. Add the bay leaf, thyme, oregano, and red pepper flakes (if using). Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. - Simmer the Soup:
Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer uncovered for 30-40 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded together. Stir occasionally and taste for seasoning. Add salt and pepper to taste. - Serve:
Remove the bay leaf from the soup before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, and serve hot. This soup is great on its own or with a side of crusty bread.
Notes
- For added protein, you can add cooked chicken, ground turkey, or beans.
- This soup stores well and can be made ahead of time. It can be kept in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- If you prefer a thicker soup, you can blend a portion of the soup with an immersion blender or regular blender before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1 1/2 cups)
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg