How to Make a Satisfying, Veggie-Packed Cabbage Soup

Step 1

Prepare the vegetables. Prepare the following, placing them all in the same large bowl: Dice 1 medium yellow onion, peel and dice 3 medium carrots, dice 3 medium celery stalks, and mince 2 garlic cloves. Core 1 head green cabbage, chop the leaves into 1/2-inch pieces, and place in a separate bowl. Drain and rinse 1 can white beans.

Step 2

Soften the aromatics. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a 6-quart or larger Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat until shimmering. Add the onion, carrot, celery, garlic, 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning, 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 6 to 8 minutes.

Step 3

Add cabbage, beans, tomatoes, and broth. Stir in the cabbage, white beans, 1 can fire-roasted diced tomatoes and their juices, and 6 cups vegetable or chicken broth. Bring to a boil.

Step 4

Simmer for 20 minutes. Reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered until the cabbage is tender, about 20 minutes. Meanwhile, coarsely chop 1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves, if desired. Sprinkle the parsley on the soup before serving.