A simple, comforting cabbage soup that feels like a warm pot simmering on the stove all afternoon.
Prep & Cook Time
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 45 min
Total: 60 min
Ingredients
1 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks, sliced
3 cups green cabbage, chopped
2 potatoes, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
6 cups vegetable broth
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp dried thyme
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and add the onion, cooking until soft and lightly translucent.
Add the carrots and celery, stirring as they begin to soften and release their aroma.
Stir in the garlic and cabbage, allowing the cabbage to wilt slightly and reduce in volume.
Add the potatoes, vegetable broth, salt, pepper, and thyme, stirring to combine evenly.
Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer until all vegetables are tender.
Taste and adjust seasoning before serving hot.
Nutrition Facts (approx)
Calories: 210
Protein: 6g
Carbs: 34g
Fat: 6g
Quick Facts
• one-pot meal
• cold weather comfort
• family approved
• budget friendly
• freezer friendly
Tips
Cut the cabbage into similar-sized pieces so it cooks evenly and stays tender.
Keep the simmer gentle to preserve the light, clean flavor of the broth.
Let the soup rest a few minutes before serving to allow the flavors to settle.
Variations
You can add cooked beans near the end of cooking to make the soup more filling while keeping its simple, classic base, much like the wholesome touch in Health Benefits of Carrots.
For a slightly richer flavor, stir in a small amount of butter just before serving to round out the broth, echoing the cozy texture of Grandma’s Mashed Potatoes.
If you prefer a heartier texture, mash a few potato pieces in the pot to naturally thicken the soup without adding cream.