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Slow Cooker Cabbage Soup

This comforting cabbage soup is made by slow-cooking tender cabbage, carrots, and onions in a smoky, savory broth until everything is silky and flavorful. The dish features a rich, deeply melded broth with soft, caramelized vegetables, creating a warm hug in a bowl. It’s a simple, no-fuss meal perfect for cozy evenings or busy weekdays.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 8 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 head green cabbage roughly shredded into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 large carrots diced
  • 1 large yellow onion diced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste adds richness and umami
  • 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth adjust for desired thickness
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika for smoky depth
  • to taste salt and pepper adjust at the end
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes optional, for heat
  • 1 clove garlic minced

Equipment

  • Large slow cooker
  • Wooden spoon
  • Sharp Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Skillet

Method
 

  1. Chop the cabbage into coarse shreds and dice the carrots and onion. Prepare all ingredients before starting for a smooth process.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the diced onion and carrots with a splash of oil until they become fragrant and translucent, about 5 minutes. This deepens their sweetness and flavor.
  3. Transfer the sautéed vegetables to the slow cooker, then add the shredded cabbage and tomato paste. Pour in the broth and stir well to combine everything evenly.
  4. Stir in smoked paprika, chili flakes if using, and season generously with salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly so all vegetables are coated with the smoky spice.
  5. Set your slow cooker to low and cook for 6 to 8 hours, until the cabbage is silky and the broth is deeply flavored. The aroma will fill your kitchen with smoky richness.
  6. Once cooked, taste the broth and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or a squeeze of lemon if you like a brighter flavor. Give it a gentle stir to redistribute the flavors.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired, and enjoy this cozy, deeply flavored cabbage soup that tastes like it simmered all day.