Fresh Cabbage Soup
Warm up with a comforting bowl of Fresh Cabbage Soup, a wholesome and hearty dish that's as nourishing as it is delicious. This easy-to-make recipe showcases a medley of fresh vegetables, including tender shredded cabbage, sweet carrots, and crunchy celery, simmered in a flavorful vegetable broth with aromatic garlic, onions, and thyme. A touch of diced tomatoes adds brightness, while a bay leaf enhances the depth of flavor. Perfect for a cozy lunch or a light dinner, this vegan-friendly soup is ready in just 50 minutes and serves six, making it a wonderful option for meal prep or feeding the whole family. Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness, and enjoy a low-calorie, nutrient-packed meal that's as good for you as it tastes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 4 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 medium, sliced carrots
- 2 diced celery stalks
- 1 small head, shredded green cabbage
- 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional 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.
Stir in the minced garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook for another 4-5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
Add the shredded cabbage to the pot, stirring to combine with the other vegetables.
Pour in the can of diced tomatoes (including the liquid) and the vegetable broth. Stir well.
Add the bay leaf, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper to the pot.
Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender.
Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1158 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.4 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.6 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 6716 mg | 292% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 168.2 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 47.7 g | 170% | |
| Total Sugars | 64.1 g | ||
| Protein | 40.4 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 778 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 13.8 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 5910 mg | 126% | |
*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.
