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cabbage soup

Cozy Homemade Cabbage Soup

A warm and comforting cabbage soup made with tender vegetables and savory broth. Perfect for cozy dinners, busy weeknights, or nourishing family meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Base
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 celery stalks chopped
  • 2 carrots sliced
  • Filling
  • 1 small cabbage chopped
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Topping
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice optional

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot and sauté onions, carrots, and celery until softened.
  2. Add garlic and herbs and cook until fragrant.
  3. Stir in chopped cabbage and mix with vegetables.
  4. Pour in broth and tomatoes and add bay leaf.
  5. Simmer for 20–25 minutes until cabbage becomes tender.
  6. Remove bay leaf, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.

Notes

  • Soup tastes even better the next day.
  • Add beans or potatoes for a heartier version.
  • Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months.
  • Adjust seasoning before serving.