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Gut-Healing Cabbage Soup

Nourish Your Gut with Cozy Gut-Healing Cabbage Soup

This Gut-Healing Cabbage Soup is a nourishing dish designed to soothe your digestive system.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil can use canola or avocado oil as a substitute
  • 1 medium onion diced; yellow or red onions work best
  • 2 stalks celery chopped; can replace with leeks
  • 2 medium carrots shredded; substitute with parsnips for a twist
For the Flavor
  • 3 cloves garlic minced; fresh garlic is preferable
  • 1 inch ginger grated; can replace with ginger paste
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric fresh or ground
  • 1 teaspoon paprika smoked paprika can enhance the flavor
  • 1 teaspoon thyme dried or fresh; adjust quantity accordingly
  • salt and pepper to taste
For the Soup
  • 4 cups cabbage (green) shredded; red cabbage can be used
  • 6 cups vegetable or bone broth select low-sodium options
For Brightness
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice or apple cider vinegar can use vinegar if lemon isn’t available

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat until it shimmers, about 2 minutes.
  2. Add diced onion, chopped celery, and shredded carrots. Sauté for about 5–7 minutes until soft and translucent.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. Sprinkle in turmeric, paprika, and thyme, along with salt and pepper. Stir for 1 minute to bloom the spices.
  5. Add half of the shredded cabbage and vegetable or bone broth. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer, about 5 minutes.
  6. Once simmering, add the remaining cabbage and diced tomatoes (if using). Simmer for 20–25 minutes until cabbage is tender.
  7. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning as needed. Finish with a splash of lemon juice or vinegar before serving.
  8. Ladle the soup into bowls and drizzle with olive oil, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 75IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Chop your vegetables in advance to save time. Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to four days.

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