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Hearty Cabbage Soup

A nutritious and comforting soup made with tender cabbage, potatoes, and fragrant herbs, perfect for chilly nights or quick weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Aromatics
  • 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 sticks celery, sliced
  • 4 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings & Herbs
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (plus more to taste)
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme
  • 2 teaspoons caraway seed (optional but recommended)
Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups gold potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 10-12 cups green cabbage, chopped into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 can (14.5-ounce) crushed tomatoes
  • 8 cups low-sodium vegetable broth (or 4 cups broth and 4 cups water)
To Taste
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, sliced celery, and carrots. Sauté for about 3 to 5 minutes until they start to brown slightly.
  2. Incorporate the minced garlic, black pepper, fresh thyme, and caraway seeds to the pot. Sauté for another minute, until fragrant.
Cooking
  1. Stir in the diced potatoes, chopped cabbage, crushed tomatoes, and vegetable broth. It may look a bit thick now, but the cabbage will release moisture as it cooks.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, lower the heat to medium and let it simmer for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and translucent.
  3. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, if necessary. Ladle the hearty soup into bowls and enjoy hot.

Notes

Hearty Cabbage Soup can be served with crusty whole-grain bread or garnished with freshly ground pepper and a sprinkle of cheese. Store leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to three months. For added texture, let the soup simmer longer until vegetables are soft.