Best Cabbage Soup
Best Cabbage Soup will leave you feeling full for hours. This satisfying recipe is low in calories, rich in plant-based protein, and ready in just 30 minutes. Vegan and gluten-free.
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 332kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion small dice
- 3 medium carrots small dice
- 3 ribs celery small dice
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Pinch of cayenne (optional)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 6 cups vegetable broth (preferably low sodium)
- 1 (14-ounce) can diced fire roasted tomatoes or regular diced tomatoes
- 1 cup dried red lentils rinsed
- 1 small green cabbage shredded
- ½ lemon zest and juice plus more as needed
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- ⅓ cup chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Make the mirepoix: Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook the onion, carrots, and celery for about 5 minutes, or until just tender.
- Cook aromatics: Add the garlic, oregano, cumin, paprika, and cayenne. Cook for 1 minute more.
- Add liquid and lentils: Add the tomato paste and cook for another minute, stirring constantly. Mix in the vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, and red lentils.
- Add cabbage: Mix in the cabbage in batches, pressing each batch down to submerge it in the liquid.
- Simmer: Bring to a boil before reducing the heat. Simmer covered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Season and garnish: Add the lemon zest and juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with parsley for serving.
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Notes
- The shredded cabbage seems like a lot initially, but it shrinks significantly upon cooking. Add it in batches and allow each batch to wilt slightly before adding the next one. Use a large saucepan so the ingredients fit comfortably.
- Add vegetable broth as needed throughout the cooking process. You will need a maximum of two (32-ounce) cartons. Use low sodium broth for a healthier cabbage soup.
- Storage: Refrigerate leftover Best Cabbage Soup in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Or freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to three months.
Nutrition
Calories: 332kcal | Carbohydrates: 59g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 230mg | Potassium: 1146mg | Fiber: 24g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 8945IU | Vitamin C: 92mg | Calcium: 188mg | Iron: 6mg
