Cabbage Soup Recipe

Cabbage Soup is a versatile dish that’s as wholesome as it is delicious. With its medley of vegetables, it’s light yet filling—perfect for a quick lunch or a comforting dinner. Plus, it’s an excellent way to incorporate more greens into your diet!

Equipment:

• Large pot or Dutch oven
• Cutting board
• Sharp knife
• Wooden spoon
• Ladle

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 1 medium green cabbage, chopped
• 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• Juice of 1 lemon (optional, for brightness)
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Sauté the Aromatics:
   Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened and fragrant.
2. Add the Cabbage and Spices:
   Stir in the chopped cabbage, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, allowing the cabbage to soften slightly.
3. Add Liquid and Simmer:
   Pour in the diced tomatoes (with their juice) and broth. Add the bay leaf, stir well, and bring the soup to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25–30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
4. Season and Finish:
   Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or a squeeze of lemon juice if desired.
5. Serve:
   Remove the bay leaf and ladle the soup into bowls. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Tips:

• For added protein, stir in cooked beans, shredded chicken, or tofu.
• This soup freezes well; store it in airtight containers for up to 3 months.
• Pair it with a slice of crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.

Cabbage Soup is a simple, healthy, and delicious way to enjoy a bowl of comfort. Whether you’re looking for a light meal or something to warm you up on a chilly day, this recipe is sure to hit the spot. Enjoy!

Cabbage Soup Recipe

This hearty and healthy Cabbage Soup is packed with vegetables, low in calories, and bursting with flavor. A comforting and satisfying meal that's perfect for any occasion.

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Equipment

• Large pot or Dutch oven
• Cutting board
• Sharp knife
• Wooden spoon
• Ladle

Ingredients

  

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion diced
• 3 garlic cloves minced
• 2 carrots peeled and sliced
• 2 celery stalks sliced
• 1 medium green cabbage chopped
• 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes
• 6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• Juice of 1 lemon optional, for brightness
• Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

 

• Sauté the Aromatics:
• Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened and fragrant.
• Add the Cabbage and Spices:
• Stir in the chopped cabbage, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, allowing the cabbage to soften slightly.
• Add Liquid and Simmer:
• Pour in the diced tomatoes (with their juice) and broth. Add the bay leaf, stir well, and bring the soup to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25–30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
• Season and Finish:
• Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or a squeeze of lemon juice if desired.
• Serve:
• Remove the bay leaf and ladle the soup into bowls. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.