By I used to ignore cabbage.
It always looked boring.
Until one rainy evening, I made this simple cabbage soup.
One spoon in – and I was surprised.
It’s light, but filling.
Simple, but full of flavor.
Comforting, but not heavy.
Just humble ingredients turning into something warm and satisfying.
If you think cabbage can’t be exciting.
This soup might change your mind.
Ingredients
- Cabbage (Obviously)
- Olive Oil
- Onion
- Carrot
- Garlic
- Tomatoes
- Celery Stalks
- Dried Basil
- Salt
- Lemon Juice
- Vegetable Broth
- Dried Oregano
- Black Pepper
- Parsley
Preparation Process
Take 2 celery stalks and cut them into small pieces
Take 1-2 medium size carrot and cut them into small pieces
Take 1-2 medium size onion and chop them
Put them in a bowl
Take ½ medium size cabbage and chop them
Take little fresh parsley like a quarter cup
Put them in another bowl, don’t mix with previous ingredients
Stovetop Cooking
Take a pot on medium-high heat and put 3-5 tablespoon olive oil
Dump the ingredients from the 1st bowl to it (Onion, Carrot, Celery stacks)
Cook the vegetables for 5-7 minutes and then add 2-3 minced garlic cloves
Add few spices like half a teaspoon dried basis, salt
Stir for 2-3 minutes then add the cabbage and again stir it for another 5-6 minutes
Then Pour 4 cups of vegetable broth and 1 diced tomato and give it a stir (If needed add little water)
Let it cook for another 10 minutes (Uncovered)
Now your cabbage soup is ready
Add a quarter cup of chopped parsley, 1-2 tablespoon of lemon juice, little blacked pepper
Give it a final stir and taste your soup
Don’t forget to comment your experience.
Final Thoughts
Sometimes the simplest recipes are the ones that stay with us. This cabbage soup is not fancy or complicated, but it brings that quiet comfort you need after a long day. The warmth, the aroma, and the fresh flavors come together in such a satisfying way.
I love how easy it is to make and how it feels both light and filling at the same time. It is the kind of meal you can cook without stress and enjoy without guilt.
If you try this recipe, I truly hope it brings the same comfort to your kitchen. Let me know how it turned out for you.