Best Cabbage Soup
A warm and hearty meal that's both comforting and nutritious, this Best Cabbage Soup is packed with rich flavors and healthy ingredients, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil Used for sautéing.
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Vegetables
- 1 medium head green cabbage, cored and shredded
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes
- 8 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth) Choose according to preference.
Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) For added heat.
- to taste Salt and black pepper
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar To balance flavors.
Garnish and Extras
- as needed Fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.
- optional Cooked sausage, diced Italian or kielbasa work well.
- optional Diced potatoes (russet or Yukon gold)
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in shredded cabbage, diced carrots, and celery. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until slightly tender.
Cooking
- Pour in the crushed tomatoes and mix well with the sautéed vegetables.
- Add vegetable broth (or chicken broth) to the pot.
- Season with dried oregano, thyme, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, and salt and black pepper. Add the bay leaf and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 30 minutes to an hour, stirring occasionally.
- If adding sausage or potatoes, incorporate them into the soup during the last 15-25 minutes of cooking.
- Stir in apple cider vinegar towards the end of cooking and adjust seasoning as necessary.
Serving
- Remove the bay leaf and ladle soup into bowls.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with warm bread or rolls.
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4-5 days in the refrigerator or freeze for longer storage. Reheat on the stove or in the microwave.