Description
Warm, hearty, and comforting, this cabbage soup is a delightful blend of tender cabbage, vibrant vegetables, and savory broth. Perfect for chilly evenings or as a post-holiday meal, it’s not just food; it’s a nostalgic experience that envelops you like a hug from an old friend. Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite ingredients, this dish will fill your home with inviting aromas and your heart with joy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head green cabbage (about 2 lbs), chopped
- 2 medium carrots (about 1 cup), sliced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, no added sugar
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the Veggies: Wash and chop the cabbage into bite-sized pieces, slice the carrots thinly, and dice the celery.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add Vegetables & Broth: Stir in chopped cabbage, carrots, and celery. Pour in vegetable broth until it covers the veggies by about an inch.
- Season It Up: Add thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Simmer Away: Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and let simmer for approximately 30 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Taste Test & Serve: Remove bay leaves before serving. Ladle into bowls while hot; garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg