Description
This Cabbage Soup is a light, flavorful, and nutritious dish, perfect for warming up on a chilly day. Packed with vegetables and a savory broth, it’s low in calories yet hearty enough to satisfy your hunger.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 small head of cabbage, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add garlic, thyme, and bay leaf. Stir and cook for another minute.
- Pour in vegetable broth and diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add chopped cabbage, salt, and pepper. Simmer for another 15-20 minutes until the cabbage is tender.
- Discard the bay leaf and serve hot.
Notes
- Feel free to add other vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers for extra flavor and nutrition.
- For added protein, consider adding beans or lean chicken breast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 120
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 3g