Italian Cabbage Bean Soup

Warm, hearty, and bursting with rustic Mediterranean flavors, this Italian Cabbage Bean Soup is the perfect comfort food for cozy evenings. Featuring tender green cabbage, creamy cannellini beans, and a medley of aromatic vegetables like onion, carrot, and celery, this wholesome soup is simmered in a savory vegetable broth infused with herbs like thyme, oregano, and bay leaf. A hint of garlic and a touch of diced tomatoes lend depth of flavor, while a garnish of fresh parsley adds a vibrant finish. Ready in under an hour and brimming with plant-based goodness, this easy-to-make soup is perfect for vegetarians and anyone seeking a healthy, nourishing meal. Pair it with crusty bread for an authentic Italian experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 medium carrot, diced
• 2 medium celery stalk, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups green cabbage, chopped
• 1 15-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 2 15-ounce cans canned cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 whole bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the chopped cabbage to the pot and stir well. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the cabbage begins to wilt.

Step 5

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes and vegetable broth, stirring to combine.

Step 6

Add the cannellini beans, thyme, oregano, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir everything together.

Step 7

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf from the soup and discard it.

Step 9

Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 10

Serve the soup hot, garnished with chopped parsley. Enjoy with a slice of crusty bread if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3581.9 grams (3581.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1925

Total Fat 57.90g	74%
Saturated Fat 10.80g	54%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.60g
Cholesterol 9mg	3%
Sodium 7565mg	329%
Total Carbohydrate 284.90g	104%
Dietary Fiber 83.00g	296%
Total Sugars 59.20g
Protein 83.60g	167%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1081mg	83%
Iron 30mg	164%
Potassium 7961mg	169%

*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: 26.1%

Protein: 16.8%

Carbs: 57.1%