Bibianne's French Canadian Cabbage Soup

Warm your soul with Bibianne's French Canadian Cabbage Soup, a comforting and hearty dish inspired by traditional Canadian cuisine. This vibrant, vegetable-packed soup features tender green cabbage, carrots, celery, and potatoes simmered gently in a savory vegetable broth infused with thyme and bay leaves. A hint of crushed tomatoes adds a subtle tang, while sautéed garlic and onion create a rich, aromatic base. Perfect for chilly days, this quick and satisfying recipe comes together in under an hour, making it an ideal dish for a wholesome family dinner or a nourishing lunch. Garnish with fresh parsley for a touch of color and serve with crusty bread to complete this cozy, one-pot meal. Perfect for fans of cabbage soup recipes, French Canadian comfort food, and vegan-friendly options!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 medium head (approximately 2 pounds) Green cabbage
• 3 medium Carrots
• 2 medium Celery stalks
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 medium Potatoes
• 2 large Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 8 cups Vegetable broth
• 1 14-ounce can Crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 2 whole Dried bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Remove the outer leaves of the cabbage, core it, and chop it into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

Peel and slice the carrots, then do the same with the celery. Dice the onion and potatoes into small cubes, and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the onion, carrot, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5–7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are slightly softened.

Step 5

Add the garlic and sauté for another minute, ensuring it doesn’t burn.

Step 6

Stir in the chopped cabbage and diced potatoes. Mix well with the other vegetables.

Step 7

Pour in the vegetable broth and crushed tomatoes. Stir to combine.

Step 8

Add the thyme, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, covering the pot with a lid.

Step 9

Simmer for 25–30 minutes, or until the cabbage and potatoes are tender.

Step 10

Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper, if needed.

Step 11

Remove the bay leaves before serving. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1953.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1043.1

Total Fat 31.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2738.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 180.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 43.5g	0%
Total Sugars 54.7g
Protein 28.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 600.7mg	0%
Iron 13.0mg	0%
Potassium 5229.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.0%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 64.9%