Gut Friendly Ginger-Garlic Cabbage Soup

Total time50 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time35 min

4.8

(15)

Warm, deeply aromatic, and built from ingredients that genuinely support a happy digestive system, this soup is the kind of bowl you'll want on rotation all season long. Bone broth forms the nourishing base, while fresh ginger and garlic bring bold flavor alongside their well-known gut-supportive properties. Cabbage is a quietly powerful ingredient here — it simmers down into silky, tender shreds that are easy on digestion without sacrificing any of that satisfying heartiness. A splash of apple cider vinegar stirred in at the end adds a subtle brightness and helps round out the broth in a way that feels intentional rather than sharp. Ground turmeric gives the whole pot a gorgeous golden hue and layers in an earthy warmth that ties every ingredient together. The technique is straightforward — soften the aromatics, build the broth, let everything simmer until the carrots yield to a fork — so there's no fuss between you and a deeply comforting meal. Finish it with a handful of fresh parsley for a pop of color and a clean, herby lift.

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Ingredients

4 servings

2 tbsp coconut oil
1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
6 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and grated
½ tsp ground turmeric
3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into ¼-inch rounds
½ medium green cabbage (about 5 cups), cored and shredded
6 cups bone broth
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp salt, plus more to taste

For serving

¼ cup fresh parsley, roughly chopped (optional)

Instructions

1
Heat the coconut oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until shimmering.
2
Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 6–7 minutes.

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