Description
This Garlicky Cabbage Soup offers a delightful blend of flavors with tender cabbage, fragrant garlic, and creamy Parmesan, making it an ideal choice for a cozy dinner or a healthy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (any neutral oil works as a substitute)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4–5 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1 medium head green cabbage, chopped
- 1 can cannellini beans, rinsed
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth (homemade is best)
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese (vegetarian option available)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (or lime juice for variation)
- 1 large egg (optional; can substitute with silken tofu)
- ground pepper, to taste
- salt, to taste
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 4-5 minutes.
- Add the thinly sliced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Incorporate the chopped green cabbage and stir occasionally for about 5-6 minutes.
- Pour in the low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth and add the rinsed cannellini beans. Bring to a gentle boil, then simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the grated Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, egg, and a sprinkle of ground pepper and salt.
- Remove the pot from heat and gradually drizzle the egg mixture into the pot while stirring constantly.
- Return the pot to low heat and gently stir for another 2-3 minutes until the soup thickens slightly.
- Serve hot, ladling into bowls, and top with additional grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
This soup can be easily made vegetarian by omitting the egg or substituting with silken tofu.
Feel free to add any additional vegetables or herbs for extra flavor.
Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days, making it a great option for meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg