Simple Cabbage Sausage Soup

Warm up with a hearty bowl of Simple Cabbage Sausage Soup, a comforting and easy-to-make recipe perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. Packed with flavor, this one-pot wonder combines smoky slices of kielbasa or andouille sausage with nutrient-rich green cabbage, tender carrots, and celery, all simmered to perfection in a savory broth infused with aromatic garlic, paprika, and thyme. The addition of canned diced tomatoes adds a subtle tang, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley provides a burst of freshness to each bowl. Ready in under an hour, this budget-friendly soup is a delicious way to serve up wholesome ingredients in a warming, satisfying dish. Ideal for make-ahead meals and freezer-friendly too!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 12 ounces smoked sausage (such as kielbasa or andouille), sliced
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium head green cabbage, chopped
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 1 bay leaf
• 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 or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the sliced sausage to the pot and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sausage is lightly browned. Remove the sausage and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the chopped cabbage, sliced carrots, and diced celery. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 6

Return the cooked sausage to the pot.

Step 7

Pour in the chicken broth and canned diced tomatoes (with juice). Stir well to combine.

Step 8

Add the bay leaf, dried thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to incorporate the seasonings.

Step 9

Bring the soup to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded together.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaf before serving. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 11

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh chopped parsley, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3541.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1733.5

Total Fat 110.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 200.1mg	0%
Sodium 9308.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 109.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.4g	0%
Total Sugars 57.8g
Protein 86.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 854.2mg	0%
Iron 17.7mg	0%
Potassium 5555.0mg	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: 56.0%

Protein: 19.4%

Carbs: 24.6%