Creamy Cabbage Potato Soup with Rustic Comfort Flavors
Creamy Cabbage Potato Soup is a comforting, rustic soup made with tender potatoes, cabbage, and aromatics, finished with cream for a smooth texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
3 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
4 cups vegetable broth
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1/2 cup heavy cream or unsweetened plant-based milk
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a large pot and sauté onions until soft, 5–7 minutes.
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Add garlic and cook 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
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Stir in potatoes and cabbage, cook 3–5 minutes.
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Pour in vegetable broth, add thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to boil.
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Reduce heat, simmer covered 20–25 minutes until vegetables are tender.
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Blend soup partially or fully for desired consistency.
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Stir in cream or plant-based milk and heat gently.
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Add fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Can omit cream for a lighter version or use plant-based milk for vegan. Add extra vegetables for variety.