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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.