Description
This Crockpot Cabbage Soup is a warm, hearty, and nutritious meal that’s easy to make and perfect for cozy evenings. Packed with vegetables and simmered to perfection, it’s a healthy and satisfying dish that’s both low-calorie and delicious. Set it and forget it for a comforting meal the whole family will love.
Ingredients
- 1 medium head of cabbage, chopped
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, with juices
- 4 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for sautéing)
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)
- Fresh parsley or basil (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
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Prepare the Vegetables: Chop the cabbage, dice the onion, peel and slice the carrots, and chop the celery. Mince the garlic.
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Sauté the Aromatics (Optional): In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant. This step adds extra flavor but is optional if you’re short on time.
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Combine in the Crockpot: Add the chopped cabbage, sautéed vegetables (if using), diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, thyme, oregano, bay leaf, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes (if using) to your crockpot.
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Cook the Soup: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded together.
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Taste and Adjust: Before serving, taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or spices as needed.
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Serve: Remove the bay leaf and discard it. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley or basil if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- This soup can easily be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. It also freezes well for up to 3 months.
- For extra protein, you can add cooked chicken, beans, or lean ground beef.
- You can substitute vegetable broth with chicken broth for a non-vegetarian version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: Cook Time:
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (based on 6 servings)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0g