Description
This Garlicky Cabbage Soup is a delightful mix of flavors that will warm your heart. With its vibrant ingredients and simple preparation, it makes for a perfect quick dinner or healthy meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 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
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice or lime juice
- 1 large egg, optional
- ground pepper to taste
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add 1 finely chopped onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until translucent.
- Incorporate 4-5 cloves of sliced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Mix in 1 medium head of chopped cabbage and stir occasionally for about 5-6 minutes.
- Pour in 4 cups of broth and add 1 can of rinsed beans. Bring to a gentle boil, then simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk 1/2 cup of cheese, juice from 1 lemon, 1 egg, and add salt and pepper.
- Remove soup from heat and gradually drizzle in the egg mixture while stirring constantly.
- Return pot to low heat and stir gently for another 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Serve hot, ladling the soup into bowls and topping with more cheese if desired.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, use silken tofu instead of the egg.
Adjust lemon juice to taste for a zesty kick.
Top with fresh herbs for added flavor if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 90mg