Mom's Yummy Cabbage Soup Even If You Don't Like Cabbage

Discover the magic of "Mom's Yummy Cabbage Soup Even If You Don't Like Cabbage," a hearty and delicious recipe that turns simple veggies into soul-warming comfort food. This flavorful soup features wholesome ingredients like green cabbage, carrots, zucchini, and a medley of herbs including thyme, oregano, and paprika that create a rich, aromatic broth you'll love. Perfectly balanced with diced tomatoes and vegetable broth, this nutrient-packed soup is easy to prepare in under an hour, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or meal prepping. Whether you're looking for a satisfying vegan option or simply trying to embrace cabbage in a truly delicious way, this recipe proves even skeptics won’t be able to resist! Serve with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 medium carrots, sliced
• 2 medium celery stalks, sliced
• 4 cups green cabbage, chopped
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes (canned, with juice)
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 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 and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the sliced carrots and celery, and sauté for 5 minutes to soften slightly.

Step 5

Stir in the chopped cabbage, diced zucchini, and the can of diced tomatoes (including their juice).

Step 6

Pour in the vegetable broth and add the bay leaf, oregano, thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.

Step 8

Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if necessary with additional salt or herbs.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 10

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired.

Step 11

Serve hot and enjoy a hearty, comforting bowl of cabbage soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2850.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1173.7

Total Fat 43.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6769.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 175.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 43.8g	0%
Total Sugars 67.1g
Protein 41.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 649.8mg	0%
Iron 15.1mg	0%
Potassium 5737.7mg	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: 30.9%

Protein: 13.2%

Carbs: 55.9%