Peasant Soup

Warm, hearty, and rustic, Peasant Soup is a comforting medley of fresh vegetables simmered to perfection in a savory vegetable broth. This traditional recipe showcases simple, wholesome ingredients like tender potatoes, sweet cabbage, vibrant carrots, and aromatic garlic, all complemented by the rich flavors of thyme, bay leaf, and a touch of acidity from canned diced tomatoes. Perfect for chilly days, this one-pot wonder is both budget-friendly and nutritious, requiring just 15 minutes of prep time before the magic happens on the stovetop. Serve it hot, garnished with fresh parsley, alongside crusty bread for a satisfying meal that feels like a warm hug. Ideal for cozy dinners, meal prepping, or a vegan-friendly option, this soup is a delicious way to celebrate the beauty of humble ingredients.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion
• 2 medium carrots
• 2 medium celery stalks
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 3 medium potatoes
• 1 small head cabbage
• 14 oz canned diced tomatoes
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Dice the onion, slice the carrots and celery, and mince the garlic.

Step 3

Add the onion, carrots, and celery to the pot and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for 1 more minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Peel and chop the potatoes into small cubes. Shred the cabbage.

Step 6

Add the potatoes, cabbage, diced tomatoes (including their juice), vegetable broth, thyme, and bay leaf to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 8

Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Discard the bay leaf before serving.

Step 9

Garnish each serving with freshly chopped parsley. Serve hot with crusty bread for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3115.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1739.6

Total Fat 54.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.5g
Cholesterol 7.9mg	0%
Sodium 6514.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 278.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 53.6g	0%
Total Sugars 63.3g
Protein 51.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 669.2mg	0%
Iron 19.1mg	0%
Potassium 7991.5mg	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: 27.0%

Protein: 11.4%

Carbs: 61.6%