Cabbage Soup
Warm, hearty, and bursting with wholesome flavors, this classic Cabbage Soup is the ultimate comfort food that’s as healthy as it is delicious. Packed with nutrient-rich vegetables like shredded cabbage, zucchini, carrots, and celery, this one-pot soup is simmered in a savory vegetable broth infused with aromatic bay leaves, thyme, and paprika. Perfect for meal preppers or anyone seeking a light yet satisfying dish, this low-calorie soup comes together in just 50 minutes and serves up to six. Garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish and enjoy a steaming bowl of this nutritious, vegan-friendly dish that’s ideal for weeknight dinners or as a light lunch option. Whether you’re following a healthy lifestyle or simply craving a cozy bowl of goodness, this cabbage soup recipe will quickly become a go-to favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 medium celery stalks, chopped
- 1 medium head green cabbage, shredded
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes, canned
- 8 cups vegetable broth
- 2 pieces bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the chopped carrots and celery, cooking for another 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
Stir in the shredded cabbage and diced zucchini, cooking for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender.
Add the canned diced tomatoes (with liquid), vegetable broth, bay leaves, dried thyme, paprika, salt, and ground black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are fully cooked and tender.
Remove the bay leaves and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Serve hot and enjoy your homemade cabbage soup!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
237 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.5 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.3 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1211 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.1 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.1 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.8 g | ||
| Protein | 8.8 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 149 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1180 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
