Perfect for those cold winter days, this Spicy Cabbage Detox Soup is packed full of veggies, spices and a delicious broth.
This time of year there is nothing better than a bowl of piping hot soup. And if you have been around TSV for a while you know I'm not just talking about temperature here. Today we're getting spicy.
There is just something delicious about that spicy tingle on your tongue after eating something with some zip to it.
If you aren't a spice person, you can always adjust the recipe to mellow the spice - but I don't know who would want to do such a crazy thing.
In this soup we have the typical veggie soup characters. Carrots, celery, onions, cabbage. But the real star of the show is the broth. I mean, that is really the most important part of any soup you make.And this broth is especially tasty.
How to make Spicy Cabbage Detox Soup
Well, you've heard me talk about this stuff again and again, but I swear there is a reason I keep shoving it down your throat - it really is freaking amazing!
Yep, for this soup you will need my little friend Better Than Bouillon. This time we will be using their vegan beef flavor. And guys, this stuff really tastes like beef broth. I remember trying it when I first went vegan and I was totally shocked by the flavor.
I have only been able to find it at Whole Foods, but you can also buy it online here.
Since the flavor is so strong, I used a combo of broth and water (rather than all broth). If you are using a low sodium broth, you will probably want to use all broth and no water. But it's up to you!
With just a few other spices and herbs, you will have one of the most flavorful veggie soups you've ever tasted. Not only does this soup pack a ton of veggies into one meal (score), it has so much flavor you are going to be going back for more.
TSV TIP: The cook time will depend on how soft or firm you like your veggies. I personally like very soft veggies - I'm talking no crunch at all. But just keep tasting it as you go until the veggies are just how you like them.
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Spicy Cabbage Detox Soup
Ingredients
- 8 cups broth*
- 2 cloves garlic peeled and diced
- ½ inch ginger peeled and diced
- 2 carrots sliced in rounds
- 2 stalks celery chopped
- 1 jalapeño chopped
- ½ large yellow onion
- ½ head green cabbage chopped
- ½ cup chunky red salsa
- 2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce or tamari
- 2 tbsp sriracha or to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add broth and all remaining ingredients to a large pot. Bring to a rolling boil then lower heat and simmer until veggies are cooked to your liking.**
- Serve hot - leftovers will keep in the fridge for 5-7 days.
Notes
Nutrition
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Stephanie
I made this recipe as written, sans ginger. I think it tastes great! If you’re making it as a main meal you’ll def be hungry still - try to add or cook a protein on the side. Or use it as a starter or snack! It’s very easy too.
Eve
This was absolutely delicious and tasted wonderful! I didn't have any bullion cubes on hand so I just used vegetable broth. Loved it!!
Rene
Yay! So glad you liked it!
debbie
Can’t wait to make this soup
THANK YOU
Kathie
Delicious!! I didn't have sriracha on hand but it was plenty spicy for me (I only de-seeded half of the jalapeño). I also subbed half of the beef bouillon for vegetable bouillon. Definitely will make this again! Thank you!
Rene
So glad you liked it Kathie!
Myrkol
I loved this soup! I am not a big fan of boiled cabbage nor spicy foods but gave it a try. The flavors were so pronounced that I can eat it for several days to get the detox benefits. I did not make it too spicy so I only used 1 tsp of siracha and 1 tsp of spicy sweet chili the result was delicious with a little heat and a lot of flavor. Cook time about 30 minutes.
Rene
Yay! So glad you liked it!
Nancy
This soup is AMAZING! We had it for dinner last night and couldn’t wait until lunch to eat it again!
Rene
Yay! So glad it was a hit!
Sara
This soup is an absolute staple in my house! No alterations needed! Sometimes I sauté a veggies Italian sausage and add it for a bit more filling soup but not necessary! I make it almost 2 or 3 times a month! Freezes well too! Thanks!
Rene
Yay! So glad you like it! It is one of my faves too - especially in the colder months!
TommieRae
I loved the use of spicy salsa instead of just diced tomatoes! This is a great basic soup recipe that you can mix and match with. I didn't have any celery so I upped the amount of carrots, and used a bell pepper instead of a jalapeno, definitely was less spicy because of that.
For an extra step I sauted my onion, pepper and carrots before adding the broth, salsa and cabbage to simmer for 30 mins.
Cami
Thanks for this gem, TSV! I make this regularly with some modifications: 6 c broth instead of 8c, double the salsa and cabbage, and add cubes of tofu, rice noodles, cilantro, and lime. I also like to sauté the veg, garlic, and ginger before adding the liquid ingredients to through out some aromatics. The husband loves this one too!
Summer
Love this soup SO much!
Thank you!!
Rene
So glad you liked it - it is one of my faves too!
Daniel
Can I Make this in a Crock Pot. My wife and I absolutely love this soup and want to make it again but we are tooooo busy. we use the crock pot for set it and forget it meals. lol
Rene
I don't see why not. I love a set it and forget it meal too 🙂
Daniel
Lol i was asking for directions. Lol
How long and what settings. Lol
Thank you
Rene
haha - I've never made this in a crockpot, so I don't know. I'd assume the typical 4 hours on high or 8 hours on low would work. But we won't know until you try it out. Keep us posted 🙂
Lisa
This soup is AMAZING!! The broth is soooo tasty, I couldn’t stop sampling it while it was cooking! Thank you for sharing this, i will be making this again!!
Kelli Powell
I am very excited to make this soup, but I am disappointed I couldn’t find the specified “better than bulion” flavor. I am using vegetable stock, I hope it is just as good.
Monet
You can get better than bullion at Wal-Mart
Susan
I wouldn’t call this a detox soup... that better than bouillon has high sugar and salt content, and you’ll be hard pressed to find jarred salsa without the same. I’d sub but diced tomatoes and homemade veggie broth, or even water and get generous with herbs and spices, if you’d like a healthier detox soup!
erin
Agreed. Also how is this vegan with a beef broth?
Rene
It's a "no beef" broth. If you read the recipe you will see what was used.
Cyndi
I found a great website called SoupsOnLine where you can get all the vegan broths and even some vegan gravy bases as well. They make a No Ham broth too. BTW love love love your recipes. Keep ‘em coming!
Chelsie
Hi. Id love to try this soup. Sounds amazing! Only i was wondering exactly what brand of salsa you recomend? I want it to be just right. Thanx!
Rene
Hey Chelsie - I like Pace, but I've also used Trader Joe's. Let me know how it turns out!
Marita S
I FREAKING love this soup. I like to add potato to make it more filling.
Rene
Yum! That sounds like the perfect addition!
Lisa
Hi! Making my second batch of this today! My husband and I brought it to work for lunch many days with the last batch. quite filling! Wondering if it would freeze well? Thanks for the recipe!!
Rene
You could definitely freeze it. My favorite way to freeze soup is by putting it in individual containers in the freezer. That way you can pop a single serving out of the freezer whenever you want a bowl. 🙂
Meribeth
This soup was fantastic!! The combination of The Better than Bouillon, salsa, soy sauce (I used Liquid Aminos) and sriracha made a wonderful liquid base for the soup!! A nice heat without it being overpowering. I had some lentils and peas on hand so I threw them in. I had it with a side of whole wheat naan bread. Fabulous soup!!
Rene
Awwww, yes. This is one of my favorites! So glad you liked it too - and your additions sound great. I love using up leftovers in the fridge!
Carlyn Asuncion
I made this last night and it is SOOOOO good. The perfect amount of spice and the broth is delicious! I added a bit more veggies and will have this soup on hand for the rest of winter! I caught my boyfriend in the middle of the night going back for more!
Rene
So glad you liked it! And it was even boyfriend approved, always a win 🙂
Amy Caruthers
This sounds delicious, but Better than Bouillon is loaded with sodium! 670 / teaspoon. And this recipe calls for 8 teaspoons!
Rene
Hi Amy - while it does call for 8 teaspoons it is for 8 large servings. Many store bought broths are relatively high in sodium - I've seen veggie broth with 800+ mg of sodium for one serving. If your diet requires less sodium you may need to search out a low sodium option. There are plenty out there, but I have not tried them with this recipe so I can't comment on how it will affect the taste. Hope that helps.