Name: Cabbage Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Yield: 6 people
Ingredients: 1-2 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil; 1 large Onion chopped; 3 stalks celery finely chopped; 3 medium carrots chopped; 3 Garlic cloves crushed; 1 small green cabbage chopped - about 12 0z; 1 14 oz can chopped tomoatoes; 1 litre Vegetable stock; 2 tsp Italian seasoning; 6 oz fresh or frozen green beans; 3 tbsp chopped fresh parsley; Sea salt and black pepper for seasoning

Cabbage Soup

This is an easy to make soup and is delicious. Cabbage belongs to the brassica genus of vegetables which includes cauliflower, broccoli and kale. It comes in a variety of shapes and colours and the leaves can be either crinkly or smooth. However, what all cabbages have in common is that they are packed with an impressive nutrient content including vitamin K, B6, and C, folate, magnesium, calcium, potassium and lots of fibre. In addition, cabbage contains powerful antioxidants, including polyphenols and sulfer compounds. Antioxidants may protect the body from damage caused by free radicals. Cabbage contains insoluble fibre, which keeps the digestive system healthy by providing fuel for friendly bacteria and promoting regular bowel movements. Cabbage also contains plant sterols and these substances have been shown to reduce LDL cholesterol. Cabbage is an exceptionally healthy food with an exceptional nutritional profile and is especially high in vitamin K and C. In addition, research has shown that cabbage may reduce the risk of certain diseases, improve digestion and combat inflammation.

Prep Time

15 mins

Cook Time

30 mins

Servings

people

Ingredients

1-2 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
1 large Onion chopped
3 stalks celery finely chopped
3 medium carrots chopped
3 Garlic cloves crushed
1 small green cabbage chopped – about 12 0z
1 14 oz can chopped tomoatoes
1 litre Vegetable stock
2 tsp Italian seasoning
6 oz fresh or frozen green beans
3 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Sea salt and black pepper for seasoning