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Two bowls of Vegan Parmesan Cabbage Rice Soup. Serving pot and parsley in the background.

Vegan Parmesan Cabbage Rice Soup

Dive into a bowl of our Vegan Parmesan Cabbage Rice Soup – it's like a warm hug for your taste buds! ✨ Imagine a cozy blend of cabbage, carrots, and celery in a rich, tomato-infused broth, all sprinkled with vegan Parmesan goodness. It's a homey goodness flavor that'll make you smile with every spoonful.
It's perfect for a weeknight dinner or enjoying leftovers for lunch! Whether you're eating it for dinner, lunch, or a late-night snack, this soup has those delicious cheesy and savory comfort notes that bring all those heartwarming moments. So, grab a bowl, snuggle up, and let the deliciousness begin!
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Total Time 45 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup white or brown rice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 5 cups cabbage, shredded
  • 2 carrot, diced
  • 2 celery stalk, diced
  • 1 14 oz. can diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 cup vegan parmesan cheese (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste
  • sprinkle of vegan parmesan cheese and chopped fresh dill, chives, cilantro, or parsley - for garnish (optional)

Instructions
 

  • In a separate pot, cook the rice according to the package instructions. Once cooked, set it aside.
  • In a large soup pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
  • Add the diced carrot, and diced celery and garlic to the pot. Stir and cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften. Then add in shredded cabbage cook for another 2 minutes. Continue stirring.
  • Pour in the vegetable broth, lemon juice, and add the diced tomatoes (with their juices) to the pot. Stir in the dried thyme, red pepper flakes, and dried Italian seasonings. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  • Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
  • Once the vegetables are tender, stir in the cooked rice. Allow the soup to simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes to heat the rice through.
  • Just before serving, stir in the vegan Parmesan cheese until it's well incorporated into the soup. Adjust the seasoning if needed.
  • Ladle the Vegan Parmesan Cabbage Rice Soup into bowls. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil if desired.