Hearty Cabbage Soup Recipes
Cabbage soup is the ultimate comfort food - warm, nutritious, and full of flavor. Whether you're looking for a light meal or a filling dish, these recipes will hit the spot.
➡ Classic Cabbage Soup Recipe
↪ Ingredients
1 medium head of cabbage, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 carrots, sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
↪ Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add onions, carrots, and garlic, cooking until soft.
3. Stir in the cabbage and cook for 2-3 minutes.
4. Add the diced tomatoes, broth, thyme, salt, and pepper.
5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
6. Serve hot and enjoy!
➡ Spicy Cabbage Soup Recipe
↪ Ingredients
1 small head of cabbage, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, diced
2 bell peppers, diced
1 can crushed tomatoes (14.5 oz)
5 cups vegetable broth
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
↪ Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add onions and bell peppers and cook until soft.
3. Stir in cabbage and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
4. Add the crushed tomatoes, broth, chili powder, cayenne pepper (if using), paprika, salt, and pepper.
5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then serve hot.
➡ Cabbage and Sausage Soup Recipe
↪ Ingredients
1 small head of cabbage, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound sausage (Italian or smoked)
1 onion, chopped
2 carrots, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
5 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
↪ Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Brown the sausage, breaking it into crumbles. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same pot, cook onions, carrots, and garlic until softened.
4. Add cabbage and cook for 3-4 minutes.
5. Stir in the sausage, broth, oregano, salt, and pepper.
6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
7. Serve hot and enjoy the hearty goodness!
➡ Vegetarian Cabbage Soup Recipe
↪ Ingredients
1 medium head of cabbage, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, diced
2 zucchini, sliced
2 potatoes, peeled and diced
1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
6 cups vegetable broth
1 teaspoon dried basil
Salt and pepper to taste
↪ Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the onions, zucchini, and potatoes, cooking until softened.
3. Stir in the cabbage and cook for 2-3 minutes.
4. Add the diced tomatoes, broth, basil, salt, and pepper.
5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then serve hot.
➡ Tips and Swap Ideas:
Add a handful of spinach or kale for extra greens.
If you prefer a thicker soup, blend a portion of the soup and stir it back in.
Swap in ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version of the sausage soup.
For added flavor, sprinkle a bit of grated cheese on top before serving.
Enjoy these cozy, nourishing cabbage soup recipes perfect for any occasion!
