Slovenian Peasant Soup

Warm, hearty, and steeped in tradition, Slovenian Peasant Soup is a comforting dish that captures the rustic flavors of Slovenia’s countryside. This delightful soup combines smoky pork sausage, tender potatoes, sweet carrots, and earthy cabbage in a fragrant broth infused with paprika, caraway seeds, and bay leaf. With just 15 minutes of prep time and an hour from stove to table, this one-pot wonder is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. The vegetable stock creates a rich base, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a burst of color to the finished dish. Serve this robust soup alongside a slice of crusty bread for an authentic experience that celebrates wholesome, homestyle cooking. Keywords: Slovenian cuisine, rustic soup, smoked sausage soup, winter comfort food, cabbage and potato soup.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams smoked pork sausage (Klobasa or similar)
• 3 medium potatoes
• 2 medium carrots
• 1 medium onion
• 200 grams cabbage
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 piece bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 liter vegetable stock
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the potatoes and carrots, and dice them into small cubes. Shred the cabbage into thin strips. Finely chop the onion and garlic.

Step 2

Slice the smoked pork sausage into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the diced carrots and potatoes to the pot. Sauté for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Stir in the paprika and caraway seeds. Mix well to evenly coat the vegetables.

Step 6

Add the shredded cabbage to the pot, followed by the sliced smoked sausage. Stir everything together and let it cook for 2 minutes.

Step 7

Pour the vegetable stock into the pot and add the bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 30 minutes, uncovered.

Step 8

Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot with a slice of crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2318.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1986.3

Total Fat 91.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 140mg	0%
Sodium 6720.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 236.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.3g	0%
Total Sugars 42.9g
Protein 68.9g	0%

Vitamin D 40IU	0%
Calcium 449.6mg	0%
Iron 17.0mg	0%
Potassium 6635.0mg	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: 40.1%

Protein: 13.5%

Carbs: 46.4%