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Hearty Cabbage Soup

Comforting Hearty Cabbage Soup for Chilly Days

A nutritious and warming Hearty Cabbage Soup perfect for chilly days and meal prep.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil can substitute with vegetable oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion chopped, can substitute with shallots or leeks
  • 2 medium carrots diced, can substitute with parboiled sweet potatoes
  • 2 stalks celery chopped, can substitute with fennel
  • 3 cloves garlic minced, can use garlic powder as substitute
For the Soup
  • 1 can fire-roasted diced tomatoes can substitute with regular diced tomatoes
  • 6 cups vegetable broth can use chicken broth for non-vegetarian option
  • 1 can cooked white beans can substitute with canned beans like chickpeas
  • 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes cubed, can substitute with other waxy potatoes
  • 1 medium green cabbage chopped, can substitute with Savoy or Napa cabbage
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme can substitute with Italian seasoning or fresh thyme
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt can use kosher salt for milder taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar can substitute with apple cider vinegar
For Garnishing
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley chopped, can substitute with chives or basil

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Hearty Cabbage Soup
  1. Begin by heating 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Once the oil shimmers, add 1 chopped yellow onion, 2 diced carrots, and 2 chopped celery stalks with 1 teaspoon of sea salt and ½ teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper. Sauté for about 8 minutes until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
  2. After the vegetables are tender, stir in 1 tablespoon of white wine vinegar, scraping the bottom of the pot. Then, add 1 can of fire-roasted diced tomatoes, 6 cups of vegetable broth, 1 can of cooked white beans, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 2 cubed Yukon Gold potatoes. Gently fold in the 1 chopped green cabbage and 1 teaspoon of dried thyme.
  3. Bring the soup to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 20 to 30 minutes until the potatoes are fork-tender and the cabbage is softened but retains some texture. Stir occasionally.
  4. Once the vegetables are tender, taste your soup and adjust the seasoning as needed, adding more salt or pepper to your preference. If desired, add an extra splash of white wine vinegar. Ladle the soup into warm bowls and garnish each serving with freshly chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 8gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 10gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure all vegetables are chopped into similar sizes for even cooking and avoid overcooking the cabbage to maintain texture.

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