Simple Cabbage Soup

Simple Cabbage Soup Recipe

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon olive oil or butter

1 onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

3 carrots, sliced

2 celery stalks, chopped

1/2 head of green cabbage, chopped

1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes (with juice)

6 cups vegetable or chicken broth

1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)

1/2 teaspoon thyme or Italian seasoning

1 bay leaf (optional)

Handful of chopped parsley (for garnish)

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Instructions:

1. Sauté the base:

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5–7 minutes until softened.

2. Add the cabbage and tomatoes:

Stir in the chopped cabbage and canned tomatoes.

3. Add broth and seasoning:

Pour in the broth. Add salt, pepper, paprika, thyme, and bay leaf if using. Stir well.

4. Simmer:

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 30–40 minutes, or until the cabbage and veggies are very tender.

5. Taste and adjust:

Add more salt or seasoning if needed. Remove bay leaf.

6. Serve warm with fresh parsley on top and maybe a slice of crusty bread.

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Tips:

You can add cooked chicken or beans for protein.

A splash of apple cider vinegar or lemon juice at the end brightens it up.

This soup keeps well in the fridge and freezes beautifully.