Description

This hearty and healthy Cabbage Soup is a flavorful, low-calorie meal perfect for warming up on a chilly day. Packed with fresh vegetables like cabbage, carrots, and green beans, it’s simmered in a savory low-sodium beef broth with garlic, tomato paste, and herbs, creating a comforting and nutrient-rich dish that’s easy to prepare on the stovetop.

Ingredients

Scale

Soup Base

3 cups nonfat low-sodium beef broth
1 tablespoon tomato paste
½ teaspoon dried oregano
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Vegetables

2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups chopped cabbage
½ yellow onion, chopped
1 cup chopped carrot
1 cup green beans, chopped
½ cup chopped zucchini
1 cup diced tomato

Herbs and Garnish

1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
Optional garnish: chopped chives or thyme

Instructions

Prepare the pot: Spray a large pot with olive oil spray to lightly coat the surface, preventing sticking and enhancing flavor.
Sauté the aromatics: Over medium-high heat, sauté the chopped onions, carrots, and minced garlic for about 5 minutes until the onions become translucent and the carrots begin to soften, developing the soup’s base flavor.
Add broth and vegetables: Pour in the nonfat low-sodium beef broth and stir in the tomato paste, diced tomatoes, chopped cabbage, green beans, dried oregano, and season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Stir everything together well to combine all ingredients.
Simmer the soup: Reduce the heat to low to bring the soup to a gentle simmer. Cook uncovered for 10 minutes, allowing the vegetables to become tender and the flavors to meld.
Add zucchini and continue cooking: Stir in the chopped zucchini, then continue simmering the soup for an additional 10 minutes until all vegetables reach your preferred tenderness.
Finish and serve: Turn off the heat, stir in the chopped fresh basil for brightness, and ladle the hot soup into bowls. Garnish with chopped chives or thyme if desired, then serve immediately and enjoy the nourishing, flavorful dish.

Notes

Use low-sodium broth to control the salt content and keep the soup heart-healthy.
Feel free to add other seasonal vegetables such as bell peppers or spinach as desired.
The soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
For a vegetarian version, substitute vegetable broth for beef broth.
Adjust herbs and seasoning to taste, especially if using salty broth or canned tomatoes.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Keywords: cabbage soup, healthy soup, vegetable soup, low fat soup, easy dinner, beef broth soup, stovetop soup