Sweet and Sour Cabbage Soup

Warm up your soul with this hearty Sweet and Sour Cabbage Soup, a vibrant blend of crisp green cabbage, tender carrots, and aromatic onions simmered to perfection in a tangy tomato-based broth. This comforting recipe masterfully balances the deep, savory notes of vegetable broth with the bright acidity of apple cider vinegar and a touch of sweetness from brown sugar. Enhanced with garlic, bay leaves, and optional fresh dill for garnish, this soup is not only vegan-friendly but also packed with wholesome vegetables and bold flavors. Ready in just under an hour, it’s a perfect make-ahead meal for cozy weeknight dinners or a nutrient-packed lunch. Add this irresistibly zesty classic to your collection—you’ll love every spoonful!

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, diced yellow onion
• 1 medium-sized, shredded green cabbage
• 2 large, peeled and sliced carrots
• 2 sliced celery stalks
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 15-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 leaves bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional for garnish) fresh dill

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced yellow onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the shredded cabbage, sliced carrots, and celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth, diced tomatoes (with their juices), and tomato paste. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Add the apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper. Stir to incorporate the sweet and sour flavoring.

Step 7

Bring the soup to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 8

Remove and discard the bay leaves. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, vinegar, or sugar, if needed.

Step 9

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3083.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1375.3

Total Fat 55.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.8g
Cholesterol 8.5mg	0%
Sodium 6845.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 191.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 49.4g	0%
Total Sugars 87.8g
Protein 41.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 791.9mg	0%
Iron 14.6mg	0%
Potassium 6321.0mg	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: 34.8%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 53.5%