Classic Cabbage Soup (Printable)

Experience a cozy, flavorful dish featuring tender cabbage, garden vegetables, and a rich tomato base. Perfect for a nourishing meal.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 medium head green cabbage, cored and chopped (about 6 cups)
02 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
03 - 2 celery stalks, sliced
04 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Tomato Base

06 - 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes with juice
07 - 2 tablespoons tomato paste

→ Broth & Seasoning

08 - 6 cups vegetable broth
09 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
10 - 1 bay leaf
11 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
12 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Garnish (optional)

13 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

# How To Make:

01 - Heat a large soup pot over medium heat. Add a splash of oil, then sauté the onion, carrot, and celery for 5 minutes until softened.
02 - Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add the chopped cabbage. Stir well and cook for 3–4 minutes until it begins to wilt.
04 - Mix in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
05 - Add diced tomatoes with juice, vegetable broth, thyme, bay leaf, smoked paprika if using, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
06 - Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 25–30 minutes, or until the cabbage and vegetables are tender.
07 - Discard the bay leaf. Adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It is incredibly easy to prepare with a simple 15-minute prep time.
  • Packed with fiber-rich vegetables like cabbage, carrots, and celery for a healthy boost.
  • The versatile tomato broth is savory, aromatic, and deeply satisfying.
02 -
  • Letting the soup simmer on low heat allows the cabbage to become perfectly tender without getting mushy.
  • Taste and adjust your salt and pepper right before serving to balance the acidity of the tomatoes.
  • The flavors often develop further overnight, making this an excellent option for meal prep.
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