Healthy Cabbage Soup with a Twist 塞
Warm up your day with this hearty cabbage soup! Its packed full of nutrients and flavorperfect for a cozy meal.
Ingredients:
– 1 large cabbage, chopped
– 2 small onions, diced
– 4 cloves of garlic, minced
– 3 carrots, sliced
– 4 stalks of celery, diced
– 2 cans of diced tomatoes with juices
– 6 cups of vegetable broth
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1 teaspoon dried basil
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Optional: 1 cup of cooked lentils for added protein
Instructions:
1. Begin by preparing your vegetables. Chop the cabbage into bite-sized pieces, dice the onions, slice the carrots, and dice the celery. Mince the garlic and set everything aside.
2. In a large pot, heat a splash of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onions and minced garlic, sautéing until the onions become translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add the sliced carrots and diced celery into the pot. Stir and cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the veggies to soften.
4. Incorporate the chopped cabbage into the pot, stirring well to combine with the other vegetables.
5. Pour in the cans of diced tomatoes including the juice and stir in the vegetable broth.
6. Season the soup with dried thyme, basil, salt, and pepper. If youre adding lentils for extra protein, include them now.
7. Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then lower the heat and let it simmer for about 25-30 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender.
8. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve hot and enjoy your healthy cabbage soup!
Nutritional Information: This cabbage soup is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, and a great source of fiber. Each serving provides approximately 100 calories and is low in fat, making it a healthy addition to your meal plans.
Time: Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 30 minutes