Healing Garlicky Cabbage Soup – Nourishing, Light, and Immune-Boosting
Healing garlicky cabbage soup is a light, nourishing dish filled with immune-supportive garlic, tender cabbage, and wholesome vegetables simmered in a savory broth.
Ingredients
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 onion, diced
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2–3 carrots, sliced
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2 celery stalks, sliced
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6–8 garlic cloves, minced
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½ head green cabbage, thinly sliced (5–6 cups)
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6–8 cups vegetable or chicken broth
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2 bay leaves
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½ tsp dried thyme
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Optional: lemon juice, parsley, red pepper flakes
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté 5–7 minutes.
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Add garlic and cook 1 more minute, stirring frequently.
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Stir in cabbage, broth, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper.
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Bring to a simmer. Cover and cook 20–25 minutes, until cabbage is tender.
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Taste and adjust seasoning. Stir in lemon juice or fresh herbs if desired.
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Serve hot with crusty bread or over rice.
Notes
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Add turmeric or ginger for an immune-boosting twist.
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Use bone broth for added protein and gut support.
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Keeps in the fridge 5 days or freezer 3 months.