Mom's Cabbage Soup

Warm, comforting, and packed with wholesome goodness, Mom's Cabbage Soup is the ultimate feel-good recipe for chilly evenings or when you crave a nourishing meal. This hearty soup combines tender cabbage, velvety russet potatoes, and vibrant vegetables like carrots and celery, all simmered in a rich, flavorful vegetable broth infused with aromatic garlic, thyme, and bay leaves. With the perfect balance of nutrients and a rustic, homemade charm, this one-pot wonder comes together in just under an hour, making it ideal for busy weeknights. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of freshness, and serve it hot for a healthy, satisfying dish that’s as soothing as a hug from Mom herself. Perfect for lovers of comfort food and simple, wholesome recipes!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 large carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium head green cabbage, chopped
• 1 large russet potato, peeled and diced
• 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes, canned
• 8 cups vegetable broth
• 2 whole bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion, sliced carrots, and chopped celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables are softened and the onion is translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the chopped cabbage, diced potato, and canned diced tomatoes (with their juices) to the pot.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and stir to combine.

Step 6

Add the bay leaves, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.

Step 7

Bring the soup to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, or until the cabbage and potatoes are tender.

Step 8

Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper to taste.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaves before serving.

Step 10

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Step 11

Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3870.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1601.8

Total Fat 47.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 7695.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 264.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 61.3g	0%
Total Sugars 80.8g
Protein 57.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 932.7mg	0%
Iron 20.3mg	0%
Potassium 7951.0mg	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: 24.7%

Protein: 13.4%

Carbs: 61.9%