Dreamy Cabbage Soup
Warm, hearty, and irresistibly comforting, Dreamy Cabbage Soup is the perfect bowl of nourishment to satisfy your cravings. Packed with wholesome ingredients like tender green cabbage, protein-rich potatoes, and a medley of aromatic veggies, this soup is simmered to perfection in a robust vegetable broth with a touch of crushed tomatoes for added depth. Seasoned with fragrant thyme, smoky paprika, and a hint of creaminess (optional), this recipe strikes a delicious balance between rustic simplicity and indulgent flavor. Ready in just one hour and ideal for meal prep, it’s an excellent choice for cozy weeknight dinners or make-ahead lunches. Garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant finishing touch and serve it piping hot for an unforgettable, soul-soothing experience! Perfect for those searching for healthy cabbage soup recipes or creamy vegetarian soup ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 2 medium, peeled and diced carrots
- 2 diced celery stalks
- 1 small, chopped green cabbage
- 2 medium, peeled and diced potatoes
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 15-ounce can crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 bay leaf
- 0.5 cup (optional) heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish) fresh parsley
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrots, and celery, and cook for another 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
Add the chopped cabbage and diced potatoes to the pot, stirring to combine with the other vegetables.
Pour in the vegetable broth and crushed tomatoes. Stir well.
Add the dried thyme, paprika, salt, black pepper, and bay leaf to the pot, giving it a gentle stir.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let the soup simmer for 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
If desired, stir in the heavy cream for added richness and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Remove the bay leaf from the soup and discard.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
306 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.8 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 944 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.2 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.3 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.1 g | ||
| Protein | 8.3 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 119 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 1187 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.
