Cabbage and Bean Soup

Cabbage and Bean Delight, a vegetarian Italian soup that’s both hearty and satisfying. This recipe is perfect for those seeking a nutritious, meatless meal, free from common allergens. With a rich blend of cabbage, beans, and aromatic herbs, it’s ideal for cozy dinners or meal prep.

Packed with fiber and vitamins, this soup is not only delicious but also supports a healthy diet. Easily accessible through EasyChef Pro, you can find this recipe along with a convenient shopping list feature to ensure the lowest cost per serving.

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Recipe Collection: Dinner

Serving Size: 8

Cooking Time: 55 minutes

Overview

This hearty and delicious cabbage and bean soup is perfect for a quick meatless meal. Pair it with cornbread or a crusty baguette and a green salad for a complete dining experience.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

None specified

Cuisine

Italian

Ingredients

• 2 Tablespoons (tbsp) olive oil
• 2 Medium leeks, minced
• 0.75 Cups carrots, sliced
• 3 Cloves garlic, minced
• 1.5 Quarts low-sodium vegetable broth
• 0.25 Cups tomato paste
• 2 Teaspoons (tsp) dried Italian herb seasoning
• 1 Pinch salt, to taste
• 1 Pinch freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 Pound (lb) cabbage, minced
• 1 Pinch red pepper flakes
• 2 15 Ounces (oz) cans great Northern beans, drained
• Fresh thyme sprigs for garnish (optional)

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add leeks and carrots, and cook, stirring frequently, for about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
2. Pour in vegetable broth, stir in tomato paste and Italian seasoning, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
3. Using an immersion blender, puree the vegetables and liquid. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Increase heat to medium and bring to a boil. Stir in cabbage, red pepper flakes, and a couple more pinches of salt, if desired. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until cabbage is tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Stir in beans and simmer until beans are heated through, about 5 minutes more.
5. Serve warm, garnished with fresh thyme sprigs if desired, and drizzled with olive oil.

Enjoy this nutritious and flavorful soup as a comforting meal!