Description
A comforting and healthy cabbage soup recipe featuring a blend of fresh vegetables simmered in a flavorful broth, enriched with herbs and a hint of lemon juice for brightness. Perfect as a light meal or a starter, this easy-to-make soup is nourishing and customizable based on your preferred consistency.
Ingredients
Vegetables and Aromatics
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, diced
1 large carrot, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
½ cabbage, chopped
Herbs and Seasonings
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon salt
Cracked black pepper, to taste
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
Liquids
1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes
4 to 6 cups vegetable broth (adjust to preferred thickness)
1 to 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté them for 4 to 5 minutes until they start to soften and become fragrant.
2. Incorporate the minced garlic along with the dried oregano, dried basil, and salt. Stir continuously and cook for about 1 minute to release their aromas without burning the garlic.
3. Add the chopped cabbage to the pot. Stir frequently and let it sweat for 5 minutes, allowing the cabbage to soften and reduce in volume.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth and the canned diced tomatoes (including their juice). Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook uncovered for 10 minutes, or until all the vegetables have softened to your preferred texture.
5. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the lemon juice, fresh parsley, and adjust the seasoning with cracked black pepper. Give everything a good mix and serve hot.
Notes
To store the soup, allow it to cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container.
Refrigerate and consume within 4 to 5 days for optimal freshness.
You can adjust the amount of vegetable broth to make the soup thicker or more brothy according to your preference.
Adding lemon juice at the end helps brighten the flavors without overpowering the soup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl