Vegan Easy Cabbage Soup

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Vegan Easy Cabbage Soup

This Vegan Easy Cabbage Soup is a hearty and healthy meal, packed with fresh vegetables and delicious flavors. It’s easy to make, nourishing, and perfect for any day of the week. The combination of garlic, onions, and herbs gives this soup a rich, aromatic base, while the cabbage and other veggies make it hearty and satisfying.

Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil – For sautéing the vegetables.
  • 2 heads of garlic (or more, if desired) – Adds rich flavor and depth.
  • 2 medium onions – Adds sweetness and flavor.
  • 1 green pepper – For a fresh, crisp flavor.
  • 3 stalks of celery, diced – Adds crunch and freshness.
  • 3 carrots, sliced – A naturally sweet and hearty vegetable.
  • 6 fresh tomatoes – Adds brightness and a tangy base to the soup.
  • 1/2 head of Napa cabbage, sliced – A mild cabbage that wilts beautifully in the soup.
  • Fresh green beans – Adds texture and color.
  • 1/2 zucchini – Adds softness and flavor to the mix.
  • Some leftover baby spinach leaves – For extra leafy greens.
  • Oregano and basil (to taste) – Adds classic herb flavors.
  • 5 bay leaves – For a deeper, aromatic flavor.
  • 8 cups vegetable broth (your choice) – The base of the soup, adding richness and body.
  • Black pepper (to taste) – For seasoning.
  • Salt (to taste) – To enhance the flavors.

Instructions:

1. Sauté Aromatics:

  • In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  • Add the garlic, onions, green pepper, celery, and carrots. Sauté until the vegetables are softened and fragrant, about 5-7 minutes.

2. Add Fresh Ingredients:

  • Chop the fresh tomatoes and add them to the pot.
  • Add the Napa cabbage, green beans, zucchini, and baby spinach leaves. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

3. Seasoning:

  • Sprinkle oregano and basil over the vegetables.
  • Add the bay leaves. Stir to ensure all the vegetables are coated with the herbs.

4. Pour in Broth:

  • Carefully pour in the vegetable broth, making sure the vegetables are mostly submerged. If you prefer a thicker soup, adjust the broth quantity accordingly.

5. Season to Taste:

  • Add black pepper and salt to taste. Start with a small amount and adjust later as the flavors develop.

6. Simmer:

  • Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low.
  • Cover the pot and let the soup simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded together.

7. Serve and Enjoy:

  • Ladle the warm soup into bowls.
  • Garnish with freshly chopped herbs, if desired, and serve hot.

Notes:

  • Feel free to customize the soup with any of your favorite vegetables, or use whatever you have on hand. This recipe is very versatile, so you can add or swap ingredients based on your preferences.
  • This soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for several days, or even frozen for later use.
  • If you’d like a thicker soup, you can blend a portion of it for a creamier texture.

Enjoy this Vegan Easy Cabbage Soup as a light yet filling meal, packed with nutrients and delicious flavor!

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