Cabbage and Bean Soup (Ciorbă de Varză cu Fasole)

Ciorbă de Varză cu Fasole, or Cabbage and Bean Soup, is a traditional Romanian dish that is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for a cold day. This soup is packed with nutritious ingredients and is easy to make, making it a great option for a comforting meal.

Cabbage and Bean Soup (Ciorbă de Varză cu Fasole)

Ingredients

  • 1 small head of cabbage, shredded
  • 1 can of white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent.
  2. Add the diced carrots and minced garlic to the pot. Cook for a few minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
  3. Stir in the shredded cabbage and cook until it begins to wilt.
  4. Pour in the vegetable broth and add the bay leaf. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 30 minutes.
  5. Stir in the tomato paste and white beans. Simmer for an additional 15 minutes.
  6. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
40g
Protein
10g
Fat
5g

Supplies

Large pot Chopping board Knife Wooden spoon

Tools

Soup ladle Serving bowls Soup spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the Ciorbă de Varză cu Fasole with a dollop of sour cream and a slice of crusty bread for a complete and satisfying meal.

Tips & tricks

For a heartier version, you can add some cooked sausage or bacon to the soup for extra flavor.

Cost

$10