Cabbage soup
Cabbage soup is a light, healthy, and hearty soup made primarily with cabbage and other vegetables. It’s popular for detox diets, comfort meals, and easy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 small head of cabbage, chopped
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14–15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp paprika (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil
Optional additions:
- Potatoes, green beans, bell peppers, or zucchini
- Cooked sausage or ground meat for protein
Instructions
- Sauté vegetables
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté 5–7 minutes until softened.
- Add cabbage and broth
- Stir in chopped cabbage, tomatoes, broth, and seasonings.
- Simmer
- Cover and simmer for 25–30 minutes until cabbage is tender.
- Adjust seasoning
- Taste and add more salt, pepper, or spices as needed.
- Serve
- Serve hot, optionally with crusty bread or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
Tips
- For a thicker soup, mash some of the cabbage or vegetables after cooking.
- Leftovers taste even better the next day as flavors meld together.
- Freeze in portions for quick, healthy meals later.
🥣 Serving Idea: Pair with a side salad or sandwich for a complete, comforting meal.
I can also give you a low-carb version of cabbage soup that’s flavorful and perfect for meal prep.
