🥬 Cabbage Soup
Cabbage soup is a hearty, healthy, and comforting dish. It’s light yet filling, often made with vegetables, broth, and optional meat for flavor. It’s perfect for a low-calorie or detox meal.
📝 Classic Cabbage Soup Recipe (Serves 4–6)
Ingredients
- 1 small head green cabbage, chopped
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz / 400 g) diced tomatoes
- 6 cups (1.4 L) vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika (optional)
- 1–2 bay leaves
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Optional: 1 lb (450 g) ground beef, sausage, or chicken
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prep Ingredients
- Chop all vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- If using meat, brown it in a large pot with olive oil and set aside.
2️⃣ Sauté Aromatics
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Sauté onion, garlic, carrots, and celery 3–5 minutes until softened.
3️⃣ Add Cabbage & Liquid
- Stir in chopped cabbage and cook 2–3 minutes.
- Add diced tomatoes, broth, bay leaves, salt, pepper, and paprika.
4️⃣ Simmer
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 25–30 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- If using browned meat, stir it back in during simmering.
5️⃣ Adjust Seasoning
- Taste and add more salt, pepper, or herbs as needed.
- Remove bay leaves before serving.
🔥 Tips
- Add a splash of vinegar or lemon juice for brightness.
- For extra flavor, sauté vegetables in bacon fat or add smoked sausage.
- Can be blended for a smooth cabbage soup.
- Freezes well for meal prep.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Serve with crusty bread or garlic toast.
- Top with grated Parmesan or fresh herbs.
- Pair with a light salad for a complete meal.
I can also give a low-carb cabbage soup version or a classic “diet” cabbage soup that’s extra flavorful and hearty if you want.
