Easy Cabbage Soup

There’s something art about transforming a Cabbage into a soul-warming bowl of soup. This 45 minute Easy Cabbage Soup brings all the rich, Cabbage flavors with carrots, celery stalks,and onion diced, of the traditional dish into an easy and satisfy hunger, one-pot dinner meal.
Perfect for a cozy night in home.And best recipe when you want something comforting but not too fussy.

I’ll be honest because cabbage soup didn’t exactly scream “comfort food” to me when I was growing up and instead it felt more like “Ugh, do I really have to” since my mom used to make it whenever the fridge was looking a little sad so you know the drill which usually meant half a cabbage plus some lonely carrots and maybe even a rogue onion rolling around in the back.

But the funny thing is that somewhere along the way I actually started craving it so maybe it’s the way it warms you up from the inside out or maybe it’s just nostalgia sneaking in through the steam and either way this soup slowly became a staple especially on those “no energy and all I want is blanket and soup” kinda days.

And listen because the first time I made it on my own it was a disaster since I forgot to season it which was a rookie move and it ended up tasting like hot veggie water but hey we live so we learn and now we always salt the soup.

Now it’s one of those recipes I turn to whenever I want something hearty while still being low-fuss and bonus points if there’s some crusty bread involved.

Have you ever tried cabbage soup because if not this might really surprise you since it’s simple and humble yet somehow still magical
There are no fancy ingredients so it’s just old-school flavor and maybe even a little love.

So let’s get into it.

Ingredients :

• 1 small green cabbage, chopped
• 1 large onion, diced
• 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 6 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Optional: small potato, peeled and diced

How to Make Cabbage Soup

Step 1

The first thing you need to do is prepare the vegetables: Chop the cabbage into small strips. Dice the onion, slice the carrots and celery, and mince the garlic. If using potatoes, peel and dice them as well.

Step 2

Now, cook the aromatic ingredients: In a large soup pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 3

Then add the garlic and spices: Stir in the garlic, thyme, and basil. Cook for another minute until fragrant. Add the cabbage and liquid: Add the chopped cabbage, diced tomatoes with their juice, and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir well.

Step 4

Simmer: Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the cabbage and all the vegetables are tender.

Step 5

Now, taste and season: Add salt and pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Finally, serve the soup hot: Pour it into bowls and enjoy it hot with a piece of crusty bread or a saltine cracker!

Kitchen Equipment Needed :

To make these yummy Cabbage Soup you’ll only need a few basic kitchen tools

• Large soup pot with lid
• Wooden spoon or spatula
• Cutting board
• Sharp knife
• Vegetable peeler
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Ladle

Tips for Making the Best Cabbage Soup

Use fresh vegetables: Fresh, firm cabbage and carrots will give the best flavor.

Go spicy: A dash of hot sauce or red pepper flakes can add a nice kick.

Don’t overcook the cabbage: Once it’s tender, the soup is ready. Overcooking can make it mushy.

What to Eat with Cabbage Soup ??

I love having this soup with vegetable-tortilla-roll-ups, it’s a great combination with a delicious soup, I also love it with crusty bread, it’s perfect for dipping, I often crave it for dinner on cold days, it really makes me feel warm and comforting.

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