Description
This soul-satisfying cabbage soup is a hearty, nourishing meal filled with fresh vegetables, smoky turkey bacon, and warm spices. Perfect for cozy dinners or meal prepping, it delivers comforting flavors and a healthy balance of ingredients in every bowl.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 medium green cabbage, finely chopped into bite-size strips
- 2 large carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 yellow onion, minced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Protein and Flavor Base
- 4 oz smoked turkey bacon, cut into small pieces
Liquids and Seasonings
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika (natural)
- ½ tsp black pepper (natural)
- ¼ tsp ground cumin (natural)
- 1 tbsp natural gelling agent
Finishing Touch
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Start by finely chopping the cabbage into bite-size strips, dicing the carrots and celery, and mincing the onion and garlic. Cut the smoked turkey bacon into small pieces to release its smoky flavor evenly.
- Sauté the Base: In a large pot, heat a splash of olive oil over medium heat. Add the smoked turkey bacon and cook until slightly crisp, then toss in the onions, garlic, carrots, and celery. Stir occasionally until the vegetables soften and fill the kitchen with a wonderful aroma.
- Add Cabbage and Broth: Transfer the chopped cabbage into the pot. Pour in the vegetable broth along with apple cider vinegar (natural) and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural). Stir to combine all the flavors harmoniously.
- Season and Simmer: Sprinkle in your warm spices like smoked paprika, black pepper, and cumin. Add the natural gelling agent as directed to enrich the soup’s texture. Reduce the heat to low and let everything simmer gently for 25-30 minutes, until the cabbage is tender and the flavors meld perfectly.
- Finish with Fresh Herbs: Once the soup is ready, stir in freshly chopped parsley and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot and enjoy the cozy comfort of your homemade cabbage soup.
Notes
- Use fresh vegetables for best flavor and texture.
- Cook smoked turkey bacon first to infuse smoky taste into the broth.
- Simmer on low heat to develop rich, blended flavors.
- Adjust spice levels to suit your taste preferences.
- Soup tastes better the next day as flavors deepen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Cabbage Soup, Comfort Food, Healthy Soup, Vegetable Soup, Turkey Bacon Soup, Cozy Meal
