Cabbage soup is a light, healthy, and comforting soup made with cabbage, vegetables, and sometimes meat or beans. It’s filling, easy to make, and perfect for detox meals or a cozy dinner.
🥣 Classic Cabbage Soup Recipe
Ingredients (4–6 servings):
- 1 small cabbage (chopped)
- 2 carrots (sliced)
- 2 celery stalks (chopped)
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 can (400g) diced tomatoes
- 6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika (optional)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Optional: cooked beans, shredded chicken, or sausage slices
👩🍳 Instructions
- Sauté aromatics:
In a large pot, heat olive oil. Sauté onion, garlic, carrots, and celery for 5 minutes until softened. - Add cabbage & broth:
Stir in chopped cabbage, diced tomatoes, and broth. Bring to a boil. - Simmer:
Reduce heat and simmer 20–25 minutes until cabbage is tender. - Season & serve:
Add salt, pepper, and paprika. Optional: add beans or cooked meat for extra protein. Serve hot.
🌟 Tips
- For a thicker soup, mash some cabbage or carrots slightly before serving.
- Add herbs like thyme, parsley, or dill for extra flavor.
- Leftovers taste even better the next day as flavors meld.
I can also share a slow cooker cabbage soup, a low-calorie diet version, or a spicy cabbage soup if you want.
Do you want me to give one of these versions?
