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:

  1. 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).

  2. Add Vegetables: Stir in tomatoes, cabbage, green beans, zucchini, and spinach. Sprinkle with oregano, basil, and bay leaves.

  3. Simmer: Pour in broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

  4. Season: Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Discard bay leaves before serving.

  5. 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!