Indulge in my favorite homemade vegetable soup with cabbage! This delicious soup is healthy, low-calorie, warming, and packed with fresh, flavorful veggies!

vegetable soup with cabbage served in a bowl



When the weather turns chilly, thereโ€™s nothing better than a comforting bowl of homemade vegetable soup. Packed with vitamin-rich, fresh vegetables, this light and low-calorie cabbage soup is as nutritious as it is satisfying. Bursting with fresh flavors, itโ€™s the perfect choice whether youโ€™re craving a healthy meal or a cozy dish to warm you up on cold days.

Serve it with a slice of crusty bread or a grilled cheese sandwich for the ultimate comfort meal. For an extra touch, top it with croutons or a sprinkle of grated Parmesan. However you enjoy it, this vegetable soup with cabbage is sure to become a go-to favorite for cold days!

spicy vegetable soup with cabbage in a bowl with a golden spoon

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Why You’ll Love This Soup


  • Healthy & Low-Calorie: Packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber, itโ€™s light, wholesome, and perfect for anyone watching their diet or looking for a nutritious meal.
  • Quick to Make: Ready in less than 30 minutes!
  • Customizable: Great for seasonal veggies or using up leftovers.
  • Meal Prep-Friendly: Make a big batch and enjoy leftovers all week long.
  • Secret Ingredient: A touch of chipotle sauce adds a smoky, spicy kick!

Ingredients

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Ingredients
  • Vegetables: I love using carrots, potatoes, leeks, cabbage, and zucchini. Adding tomatoes gives the soup a beautiful color.
  • Onion & Garlic: Essential for a flavorful base.
  • Vegetable Broth: The base for your soup.
  • Chipotle in Adobo: Adding chipotle is optional, but itโ€™s my secret ingredient to take any bland soup to the next level! If you have it on hand, greatโ€”if not, no problem. Chipotle pairs beautifully with this vegetable soup, lending a fantastic smoky flavor and a hint of mild spice.
  • Lemon Juice: A splash of lemon or lime juice enhances the flavor.
  • Fresh Herbs: Chopped parsley or chives for garnish adds the finishing touch.

Visual Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot. Add onion and garlic and sautรฉ for 3 minutes until translucent.
  2. Wash, prepare, and chop your vegetables into bite-sized pieces. Add them to the pot and sautรฉ for another 3 minutes.
  1. Pour in the vegetable broth, bring it to a boil, cover the pot with a lid, and let it simmer on medium-low heat for 15 minutes. If youโ€™re using chipotle, add it now!
  2. Season with lemon juice and adjust with salt and pepper if needed. Add 1โ€“2 cups of water if you prefer a thinner soup.
  3. Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy!
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Tips for Success

  • Veggies: Use fresh vegetables and customize the soup with seasonal or leftover vegetables such as cabbage, kale, cauliflower, broccoli, celery, green beans, pumpkin, or peas.
  • Donโ€™t Overcook: Simmer just until the vegetables are tender to avoid mushiness.
  • Creamy Version: Blend half of the soup for a creamy texture without adding dairy.
  • Add Grains or Beans: For extra protein and heartiness, toss in cooked quinoa, lentils,, chickpeas, or white beans (cannellini).
  • Store Properly: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave.

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Vegetable Soup with Cabbage

Indulge in my favorite homemade vegetable soup with cabbage! This delicious soup is healthy, low-calorie, warming, and packed with fresh, flavorful veggies!
Servings: 4
calories :149kcal
Prep :5 minutes
Cook :20 minutes
Total :25 minutes

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Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tomatoes
  • 1 carrot
  • 1 zucchini
  • 1 potato
  • ยฝ small savoy cabbage
  • 1 small leek
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 – 2 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
  • 1 tsp lemon juice, or lime juice
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot. Add onion and garlic and sautรฉ for 3 minutes until translucent.
  • Wash, prepare, and chop your vegetables into bite-sized pieces. Add them to the pot and sautรฉ for another 3 minutes.
  • Pour in the vegetable broth, bring to a boil, cover with a lid, and let it simmer on medium-low heat for 15 minutes. If youโ€™re using chipotle, add it now!
  • Season with lemon juice and adjust with salt and pepper if needed. Add 1โ€“2 cups of water if you prefer a thinner soup.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy!

Notes

  • Chipotle in Adobo: Adding chipotle is optional, but itโ€™s my secret ingredient to take any bland soup to the next level! If you have it on hand, greatโ€”if not, no problem. Chipotle pairs beautifully with this vegetable soup, lending a fantastic smoky flavor and a hint of mild spice.
  • Store Properly: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave.

Nutrition

Calories :149kcal
carbohydrates :27g
Protein :4g
fat :4g
fiber :6g
sugar :9g

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