Description
This Healthy Cabbage Soup is a nutritious and flavorful dish packed with a variety of colorful vegetables and aromatic herbs. Perfect for a light and satisfying meal that’s easy to prepare.
Ingredients
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Vegetable Base:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 small head green cabbage, chopped
Additions:
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 zucchini, diced
Seasonings:
- 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or dill
Instructions
- Heat olive oil: In a large pot over medium heat, sauté onion, garlic, carrots, and celery until slightly softened.
- Add vegetables: Stir in cabbage, bell pepper, and zucchini; cook briefly.
- Combine ingredients: Add tomatoes, broth, herbs, seasonings, and simmer until vegetables are tender.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Garnish and serve: Finish with parsley or dill before serving.
Notes
- This soup is customizable with additional vegetables like green beans, spinach, or mushrooms.
- For more protein, consider adding cooked beans, lentils, or shredded chicken.
- It freezes well for up to 3 months, making it a convenient meal prep option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 2 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg