Description
This hearty and healthy cabbage soup is a comforting dish that’s perfect for chilly days. Packed with vegetables and flavorful herbs, it’s a satisfying meal on its own or as a starter. Easy to make and great for meal prep.
Ingredients
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Vegetable Base:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 4 cups chopped green cabbage
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes with juice
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Saute Vegetables: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5–7 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add Ingredients: Add cabbage, diced tomatoes with juice, vegetable broth, oregano, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then simmer uncovered for 25–30 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Final Touches: If using, add zucchini in the last 10 minutes of cooking. Stir in lemon juice before serving. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
- This soup stores well and tastes better the next day.
- You can add beans or cooked chicken for extra protein.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
