Hearty Cabbage Soup

This hearty cabbage soup is made with tender cabbage, vegetables, and bold seasonings. An easy one-pot recipe, perfect for a comforting meal.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings servings

Calories 214kcal

Heat the olive oil in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion. Cook until tender, stirring often, for about 4-5 minutes.
2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 onion
Add the sausage slices. Cook, stirring often, until lightly browned, about 3 minutes.
4 spicy andouille sausage links
Add the garlic, coriander, and cumin. Cook, stirring, for 30 seconds.
1 tablespoon fresh garlic, ½ teaspoon dried coriander, ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
Stir in the shredded cabbage in 2-3 batches. Cook, stirring, until tender-crisp, about 5 minutes. Add a splash of water if the pan becomes too dry.
½ large cabbage
Stir in the tomatoes and their juices, black pepper, and beef broth. If the soup seems too thick, add a cup of water.
14 ounces diced tomatoes, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, 1 quart beef broth
Bring the soup to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 10 minutes.
Taste the soup and adjust the seasonings if needed, then serve.

You can omit the sausage and add small meatballs instead. If using cooked meatballs, add them to the hot soup after it has finished cooking. If they're raw, add them to the soup right before you boil it, and check to ensure they are cooked through before serving.
Seasonings, especially salt, are just guidelines and should be adjusted to taste. I prefer salted broth, as I find low-sodium broth lacking in flavor. But you can use it if you'd like. Then, taste the soup and decide if it needs more salt.
The leftovers keep well for 3-4 days in the fridge in an airtight container. I gently reheat bowls or mugs of them, covered, in the microwave at 50% power. If reheating on the stovetop, add 1-2 tablespoons of water. You can also freeze individual servings in freezer-safe mason jars. To reheat, remove the metal lid, cover with a microwave-safe plate, and quickly reheat in the microwave.