Description
Cabbage soup is a cozy, nutritious dish that warms the soul. Packed with tender cabbage, vibrant carrots, and aromatic spices, this delightful recipe is easy to prepare and perfect for busy weeknights or chilly evenings. Each bowl serves up comforting flavors and can be customized to suit your taste. Whether enjoyed alone or as part of a larger meal, this cabbage soup is sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head green cabbage (about 2 lbs), chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (no salt added)
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, warm the olive oil until shimmering. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent (about 4 minutes).
- Stir in the chopped carrots and minced garlic; cook for an additional 3 minutes.
- Add the chopped cabbage and canned tomatoes; cook until the cabbage wilts (about 5 minutes).
- Pour in the vegetable broth along with bay leaves, thyme, and black pepper. Bring to a gentle boil; then reduce heat to low.
- Simmer for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg