Ah, the humble Cabbage Soup 🥬 — light, comforting, and surprisingly versatile. Great for detox days, meal prep, or just a cozy bowl of low-calorie goodness. Here’s a simple, flavorful recipe:
Easy Cabbage Soup Recipe
Ingredients (4 servings)
- ½ medium head of cabbage, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped (optional)
- 1 can (400g) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika (optional)
- Fresh herbs like parsley or thyme (optional)
Method
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions, garlic, carrots, and celery for 3–4 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add bell pepper and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Stir in chopped cabbage and canned tomatoes.
- Pour in the broth and add salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Bring to a boil, then simmer for 20–25 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Add fresh herbs if desired.
- Serve hot. Optional: sprinkle a few chili flakes for a kick.
Tips & Variations
- Protein boost: Add cooked chicken, beans, or lentils.
- Spicy version: Include a chopped chili or cayenne.
- Meal prep: Keeps well in the fridge for 3–4 days; freezes well too.
- Low-carb option: Stick to non-starchy vegetables; skip any potatoes.
💡 Why it’s great:
- High in fiber → aids digestion
- Low-calorie, nutrient-rich
- Versatile: can be a side dish, main soup, or base for a hearty stew
If you want, I can create a “7-Day Cabbage Soup Meal Plan” with flavor variations for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, so you don’t get bored of plain cabbage soup.
Do you want me to do that?