Description
This Garlic Cabbage Soup is a rich, savory broth brimming with tender cabbage, fragrant garlic, and wholesome ingredients. It is a comforting, nutritious meal perfect for chilly evenings or when you just need a hug in a bowl.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons Olive Oil or Avocado Oil
1 large yellow onion, diced
6–8 cloves garlic, minced
1 large head green cabbage, cored and roughly chopped
6 cups vegetable broth
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Fresh parsley or dill, chopped, for garnish
Optional: A splash of apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Dice the onion, mince the garlic, and chop the cabbage
- Sauté the Aromatics: Heat oil in a pot over medium heat. Cook the onion until softened
- Introduce the Garlic: Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant
- Add the Cabbage: Stir in chopped cabbage and sauté until it starts to softe
- Incorporate Liquids & Seasonings: Pour in broth and tomatoes, then add spices and stir
- Simmer to Perfection: Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-30 minutes
- Season & Serve: Taste and adjust seasonings, garnish, and serve hot
Notes
For heartier soup, add shredded chicken or beans.
For creaminess, stir in coconut milk towards the end of cooking.
You can freeze leftovers for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 120-150 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 350-450 mg
- Fat: 5-8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3-5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15-20 g
- Fiber: 5-7 g
- Protein: 5-7 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg