Description
A hearty and flavorful vegetarian cabbage roll soup that captures all the classic flavors of traditional cabbage rolls without all the work. Packed with cabbage, rice, and a savory tomato broth, this soup is a comforting and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Vegetarian Cabbage Roll Soup:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 small green cabbage, chopped
- 1/2 cup uncooked white rice
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil: In a large pot over medium heat.
- Stir in the garlic: Cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the cabbage: Cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Pour in the broth and tomatoes: Add rice, oregano, basil, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes until rice and cabbage are tender.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste and adjust as needed.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls and garnish with parsley.
Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
Notes
- This soup stores well and tastes even better the next day.
- For extra protein, add cooked lentils or white beans.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Eastern European-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
