Easy Cabbage Soup Recipe

If you’re looking for a comforting meal that’s both nourishing and easy to prepare, this homemade cabbage soup is an excellent choice. Loaded with fresh cabbage, carrots, celery, onions, tomatoes, and aromatic herbs, this hearty vegetable soup delivers rich flavor while using simple, everyday ingredients.

Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or chilly days, this classic recipe is filling, budget-friendly, and naturally packed with vegetables.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This cabbage soup is a favorite because it’s simple to make and incredibly versatile.

Recipe Highlights

• Easy one-pot meal
• Packed with fresh vegetables
• Budget-friendly ingredients
• Great for meal prep
• Naturally rich in fiber
• Perfect for lunch or dinner
• Freezer-friendly

Whether served as a light meal or alongside your favorite bread, this soup is both satisfying and comforting.

Ingredients

You’ll need:

• 1 medium green cabbage, chopped
• 1 large onion, diced
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
• 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt, to taste
• Black pepper, to taste
• 1 bay leaf (optional)
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

How to Make Cabbage Soup

Step 1: Sauté the Vegetables

Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.

Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for about 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 2: Add the Remaining Ingredients

Add the chopped cabbage, diced tomatoes with their juices, broth, thyme, oregano, and bay leaf if using.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Stir everything together until well combined.

Step 3: Simmer

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