Recipe Details

• Author: deesviral
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 35 minutes
• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Yield: 6–8 servings
• Category: Soup / Healthy Meal
• Cuisine: American
• Keywords: cabbage soup, detox soup, vegetable soup, healthy soup, deesviral

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 large carrots, sliced
• 3 celery stalks, sliced
• 1/2 medium green cabbage, chopped (about 5 cups)
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 8 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, plus more to finish
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add diced onion and cook for 4–5 minutes until softened.
3. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add carrots, celery, and chopped cabbage. Stir well and cook for 5 minutes.
5. Add diced tomatoes with juices, broth, Italian seasoning, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper.
6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25–30 minutes until vegetables are tender.
7. Remove the bay leaf.
8. Stir in fresh parsley and finish with extra black pepper if desired.
9. Serve hot.

Tips & Variations

• Add zucchini, spinach, or green beans for even more vegetables.
• Stir in white beans or shredded chicken for extra protein.
• Add lemon juice before serving for a brighter flavor.

Why This Recipe Works

Cabbage, carrots, and celery create a light but filling base, while tomatoes and Italian seasoning add depth and comfort. The broth keeps the soup clean and nourishing, making it easy to enjoy as a simple healthy meal.