Description
This comforting and flavorful Cabbage Soup is packed with vegetables, herbs, and optional sausage or potatoes for a hearty, wholesome meal perfect for chilly days.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium head of green cabbage, cored and shredded
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 8 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Optional: Cooked sausage, diced (Italian or kielbasa)
- Optional: Diced potatoes (russet or Yukon gold)
Instructions
1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
2. Add the chopped onion and cook for 5–7 minutes until softened and translucent.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the shredded cabbage, carrots, and celery. Stir to combine and cook for 5–7 minutes until slightly softened.
5. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir well to combine.
6. Add the broth, making sure all vegetables are submerged. Add more if needed.
7. Stir in oregano, thyme, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper.
8. Add the bay leaf and bring the soup to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for at least 30 minutes.
9. If using, add diced cooked sausage during the last 15–20 minutes of simmering.
10. If using, add diced potatoes during the last 20–25 minutes of simmering and cook until tender.
11. Stir in apple cider vinegar to finish. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
12. Remove the bay leaf before serving. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
Notes
To make this soup more filling, add cooked sausage or diced potatoes.
Lemon juice can be used in place of apple cider vinegar for acidity.
Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 5 days or can be frozen for later use.
Garnish with sour cream or Parmesan for added richness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Cabbage Soup, healthy soup, vegetable soup, low carb soup, hearty cabbage soup