Description
This incredible cabbage soup recipe is packed with protein, making it a hearty and nutritious meal. It’s simple to prepare, budget-friendly, and easily customizable for any diet.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of green cabbage, chopped
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 3 stalks celery, chopped
- 6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup cooked chicken or turkey, shredded (or 1 can of beans for a vegetarian option)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: chopped parsley, grated Parmesan cheese, or a squeeze of lemon
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients: Chop the cabbage, dice the onion, mince the garlic, slice the carrots, and chop the celery.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent.
- Cook Carrots and Celery: Add the sliced carrots and chopped celery to the pot. Cook for about 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add Cabbage: Stir in the chopped cabbage and cook for another 5 minutes until it begins to soften.
- Combine Broth and Seasonings: Pour in the broth, add the diced tomatoes, dried thyme, and dried oregano. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Simmer the Soup: Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add Protein: Stir in the cooked chicken or turkey (or beans). Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to heat through.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve Hot: Serve the soup hot, garnished with optional toppings.
Notes
- For an enhanced flavor profile, opt for fresh vegetables and freshly chopped herbs.
- Adjust seasoning gradually, tasting frequently.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper for spice.
- Fresh herbs like basil or cilantro can add a bright flavor when added at the end.
- Top with avocado slices or Greek yogurt for added creaminess and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: N/A
- Cholesterol: N/A