Sweet and Tangy Cabbage Soup

Balancing the sweetness of brown sugar with the tanginess of vinegar, this red cabbage soup will please kids and adults alike.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 50 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
• Calories: 201 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 2 tablespoons white vinegar
• 1 ½ cups chopped celery
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• ¼ teaspoon dried rosemary
• ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
• 5 cups water
• 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
• 3 cloves garlic, crushed
• 1 pinch salt and ground black pepper
• 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• ¼ cup brown sugar, or to taste
• 3 cups chopped red cabbage
• 1 cube vegetable bouillon (Optional)
• ½ teaspoon cayenne powder, or to taste

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in cabbage, celery, onion, and garlic. Cook until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in water and vegetable bouillon. Add diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and vinegar. Continue stirring, slowly adding sugar until broth reaches the desired sweetness.

Step 2

Season soup with paprika, cayenne, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are tender, 40 minutes to 1 hour.