Description
A heartwarming Low Calorie Cabbage Soup that combines fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs, perfect for nourishing the body and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head of cabbage, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon thyme or oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Prep your veggies: Chop the cabbage into bite-sized pieces and dice your carrots, celery, and onion.
- Sauté the aromatics: In a large pot, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, and garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Add the vegetables: Stir in the carrots and cabbage. Cook until the cabbage is slightly wilted.
- Pour in the broth: Add your vegetable broth or chicken broth to the pot. Sprinkle in the diced tomatoes, along with any herbs you’re using.
- Season to taste: Add salt, pepper, and a splash of Worcestershire sauce for an extra umami kick. Adjust to your preference.
- Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20-30 minutes, or until the veggies are tender.
- Serve hot: Ladle the soup into bowls and finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or a squeeze of lemon juice if desired.
Notes
Allow the soup to cook longer to enhance the flavors. It tastes better the next day!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cabbage soup, low calorie soup, vegetarian soup, healthy recipes, comfort food