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Vegan Cabbage Soup Recipe

4.7 from 59 reviews

This Vegan Cabbage Soup is a deliciously healthy and easy-to-make recipe featuring a flavorful broth enriched with garlic, tomatoes, and coriander. Chopped cabbage and fennel provide a delightful texture and fresh aroma, while cannellini beans add protein and fiber, making it a satisfying complete meal. Ready in about 30 minutes, this soup is perfect for busy weeknights and garnished with lemon zest and fennel fronds for a bright finish.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

  • 1 cup chopped carrots
  • 1 cup sliced fennel, fronds reserved for garnish
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • 1 small head green cabbage (1 1/2 lbs.), chopped
  • Lemon zest for garnish

Pantry

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 (15 ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes with basil, garlic and oregano
  • 1 (15 ounce) can unsalted cannellini beans, rinsed
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano

Instructions

  1. Prepare the base: Heat olive oil in a large heavy pot over medium-high heat. Add carrots, sliced fennel (reserve fronds for garnish), and chopped onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add aromatics: Stir in minced garlic, ground coriander, and salt. Continue cooking, stirring constantly to release flavors, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Simmer the broth: Pour in the low-sodium vegetable broth and canned diced tomatoes with basil, garlic, and oregano. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  4. Cook the cabbage: Add the chopped green cabbage to the pot. Reduce heat to medium and cook, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender, about 20 to 25 minutes.
  5. Add beans and seasoning: Stir in rinsed cannellini beans, sugar, and fresh oregano. Cook until the beans are heated through, approximately 3 minutes.
  6. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with lemon zest and reserved fennel fronds if desired. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • This soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • For added heat, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes during step 2.
  • To make the soup more filling, serve with crusty bread or a side of quinoa.
  • The sugar balances the acidity from the tomatoes but can be reduced or omitted depending on taste preferences.
  • Ensure to rinse the cannellini beans thoroughly to reduce sodium content and improve flavor.

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