Vegetarian Hearty Cabbage Stew

Warm up with a bowl of rich and comforting **Vegetarian Hearty Cabbage Stew**, a wholesome one-pot meal brimming with nutrient-packed vegetables and bold, savory spices. This vibrant stew brings together tender chunks of potato, carrots, and celery, paired with the earthy sweetness of cabbage and the zesty tang of diced tomatoes. Seasoned with aromatic cumin, paprika, and thyme, this dish is slow-simmered in vegetable broth for a deeply satisfying flavor that’s perfect for chilly evenings. Easy to prepare and ready in just over an hour, this plant-based recipe is ideal for feeding a crowd or meal prepping for the week. Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness, and serve it with crusty bread to soak up every last drop. Whether you’re vegan, vegetarian, or simply seeking a hearty, healthy dinner, this cabbage stew is a delightful addition to your recipe collection.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large, chopped yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 2 medium, peeled and diced carrots
• 2 diced celery stalks
• 1 large, peeled and diced potato
• 0.5 head, cored and chopped green cabbage
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup, chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until it becomes translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced carrots, celery, and potato to the pot. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Stir in the chopped cabbage and cook for another 3 minutes until it begins to wilt.

Step 6

Add the can of diced tomatoes (with juice), vegetable broth, bay leaf, dried thyme, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes.

Step 8

Stir occasionally and check that the vegetables are tender.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 10

Garnish the stew with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2907.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1394.1

Total Fat 52.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.5g
Cholesterol 9mg	0%
Sodium 6126.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 208.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 50.8g	0%
Total Sugars 65.1g
Protein 39.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 800.4mg	0%
Iron 15.4mg	0%
Potassium 6486.2mg	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: 32.5%

Protein: 10.8%

Carbs: 56.8%