Vegan Easy Cabbage Soup

A comforting, versatile soup packed with fresh veggies and aromatic herbs.

Ingredients:

2 tbsp olive oil
2 heads garlic, minced (or more to taste)
2 medium onions, diced
1 green pepper, chopped
3 celery stalks, diced
3 carrots, sliced
6 fresh tomatoes, chopped
½ head Napa cabbage, thinly sliced
1 cup fresh green beans, trimmed
½ zucchini, diced
Handful baby spinach leaves
1 tsp dried oregano (or to taste)
1 tsp dried basil (or to taste)
5 bay leaves
8 cups vegetable broth
Salt & black pepper (to taste)
Instructions:
Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add garlic, onions, green pepper, celery, and carrots. Sauté until softened (5-7 minutes).
Add Vegetables: Stir in tomatoes, cabbage, green beans, zucchini, and spinach. Sprinkle with oregano, basil, and bay leaves.
Simmer: Pour in broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
Season: Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Discard bay leaves before serving.
Serve: Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes:

Swap or add veggies based on preference (kale, potatoes, or mushrooms work well).
For extra richness, add a Parmesan rind while simmering.
Enjoy this nourishing, veggie-packed soup!