French Cabbage Soup

Warm, comforting, and irresistibly aromatic, French Cabbage Soup is the ultimate expression of rustic French cuisine. This hearty, wholesome soup pairs tender green cabbage with a medley of fragrant vegetables like carrots, celery, and onions, all simmered to perfection in a savory vegetable broth infused with thyme and bay leaf. The addition of creamy Russet potatoes adds a satisfying thickness, while a touch of garlic enhances the depth of flavor. Ready in just an hour, this vegan-friendly soup is perfect for cozy family dinners or as a light, nourishing appetizer. Serve it hot, topped with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, for a dish that’s as healthy as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 medium head green cabbage
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large, diced yellow onion
• 2 small, diced carrots
• 2 diced celery stalks
• 3 cloves minced garlic
• 1 medium, peeled and cubed Russet potato
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 whole bay leaf
• 3 sprigs fresh thyme
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, finely chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Remove the outer leaves of the cabbage if wilted or damaged. Cut the cabbage into quarters, remove the core, and thinly slice each quarter.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrot, and celery, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 3

Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 more minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

Step 4

Stir in the cubed potato and sliced cabbage. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the cabbage to wilt slightly.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and add the bay leaf and thyme sprigs. Stir in kosher salt and black pepper.

Step 6

Bring the soup to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Remove the bay leaf and thyme sprigs from the soup. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2693.2 grams (2693.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1241

Total Fat 42.30g	54%
Saturated Fat 7.60g	38%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4672mg	203%
Total Carbohydrate 186.50g	68%
Dietary Fiber 43.20g	154%
Total Sugars 53.00g
Protein 40.40g	81%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 646mg	50%
Iron 13mg	72%
Potassium 5967mg	127%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.6%

Protein: 12.5%

Carbs: 57.9%