🥣 Light Cabbage Soup (Full Recipe)🧾 Ingredients1/2 medium green cabbage, chopped1 large onion, diced2 carrots, sliced2 celery stalks, chopped2 cloves garlic, minced1 can (400g) diced tomatoes (or 3 fresh tomatoes chopped)6 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)1–2 tbsp olive oil1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)1/2 tsp black pepper1 tsp paprika (optional)1/2 tsp dried thyme or oregano1 bay leaf (optional)Chili flakes (optional, for spice)Fresh parsley for garnish🍳 InstructionsSauté the baseHeat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5–7 minutes until softened.Add garlic & spicesStir in garlic, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper.Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.Add tomatoes & brothPour in diced tomatoes and vegetable broth.Add bay leaf if using.Add cabbageStir in chopped cabbage.Bring the soup to a boil.SimmerReduce heat and simmer for 25–35 minutes, until all vegetables are tender.Final touchTaste and adjust seasoning.Remove bay leaf before serving.🍽️ Serving IdeasServe hot with lemon juice for extra freshnessAdd cooked chicken or beans for proteinPair with whole grain bread for a fuller meal💡 TipsThe longer it sits, the better it tastes (great for meal prep).You can blend part of it for a creamier texture without adding cream.Keep it low-calorie by avoiding extra oil or starches
