Simple Cabbage Soup

Ingredients :

Fresh Veggies:

• 1 head green cabbage, chopped
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 large yellow onion, chopped
• 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced

Liquid & Seasonings:

• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• Salt + pepper to taste

Optional Boosts:

• 1 cup chopped kale
• ½ tsp red pepper flakes
• 2 tbsp nutritional yeast (cheesy flavor)

Instructions:

1. Sauté Aromatics:
   • Heat olive oil in Dutch oven over medium heat.
   • Add onion, garlic, carrots, celery, and bell pepper. Sauté 5 mins until softened.
2. Build Soup:
   • Stir in cabbage; cook 5 mins until slightly wilted.
   • Add diced tomatoes, broth, basil, and oregano. Bring to boil.
3. Simmer:
   • Reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer 30 mins until veggies are tender.
   • Season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.