Low Fat Hearty Cabbage Stew

Warm up with a comforting bowl of Low Fat Hearty Cabbage Stew, a wholesome and nutrient-packed dish that's perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or meal prep. This flavorful stew is loaded with tender green cabbage, carrots, celery, and a medley of aromatic herbs like thyme and basil, all simmered in a rich tomato-based broth. With just a touch of olive oil and plenty of low-sodium vegetable broth, this recipe keeps it light while delivering hearty, satisfying flavors. A splash of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of parsley at the end brighten every spoonful. Ready in under an hour and boasting only 15 minutes of prep time, this one-pot wonder is ideal for feeding a crowd or as a make-ahead low-fat meal. Perfect for those seeking a healthy, plant-based, and deliciously warming dish!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion
• 3 garlic cloves
• 2 celery stalks
• 1 large carrot
• 1 medium green cabbage
• 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Chop the onion and add to the pot, sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Mince the garlic and add it to the onions, cooking for 2 more minutes.

Step 4

Dice the celery and carrot, adding them to the pot. Cook for additional 5 minutes.

Step 5

Roughly chop the cabbage and add to the pot, stir well to combine.

Step 6

Pour in the vegetable broth, stirring in the tomato paste and canned diced tomatoes.

Step 7

Add the bay leaves, thyme, basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.

Step 8

Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Simmer for 30 minutes.

Step 9

Remove from heat and discard bay leaves.

Step 10

Stir in fresh parsley and lemon juice before serving.

Step 11

Serve hot and enjoy your low-fat hearty cabbage stew!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2295.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	563.6

Total Fat 27.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.9g
Cholesterol 8.2mg	0%
Sodium 2720.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 70.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.1g	0%
Total Sugars 34.9g
Protein 9.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 373.2mg	0%
Iron 7.0mg	0%
Potassium 3324.0mg	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: 43.8%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 49.3%