Cabbage and White Bean Soup with Sausage
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This cabbage and white bean soup with sausage is a wonderfully comforting and nutritional dish, perfect for those seeking a filling yet healthy meal. The combination of sweet leeks, tender cabbage, and earthy cannellini beans creates a rich, savoury base that pairs beautifully with the subtle sweetness of chicken and apple sausages. It is a vibrant, one-pot supper that fills the kitchen with the festive aroma of fresh rosemary and parsley.
As a high-protein option, this soup is an excellent choice for a weekday dinner or a restorative weekend lunch. The addition of fibre-rich beans and plenty of root vegetables makes it both satisfying and wholesome. Serve it with a slice of crusty sourdough to soak up the flavourful broth, or enjoy it on its own as a light, protein-packed bowl of goodness.
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Ingredients for Cabbage and White Bean Soup with Sausage
60ml olive oil, divided
350g fully cooked chicken-apple sausages (about 4), halved lengthwise, then cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick slices
4 cups thinly sliced green cabbage (about 1/2 small head)
3 leeks (white and pale green parts only), halved lengthwise, then thinly sliced crosswise (about 400g )
250g baby carrots, cut in half lengthwise, then halved crosswise
2 tablespoons tomato paste concentrate (from tube)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
1925ml low-salt chicken broth
1 425g can cannellini (white kidney beans), rinsed, drained
How to make Cabbage and White Bean Soup with Sausage
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add sausage slices and sauté until brown around edges, about 5 minutes. Add cabbage; sauté 2 minutes. Transfer to bowl. Add remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil to same pot and heat over medium heat. Add leeks and carrots and sauté until soft, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Add tomato paste, parsley, and rosemary and stir 1 minute. Add broth, sausage-cabbage mixture, and beans and bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 40 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead.
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While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.
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17 Jan 2026 | Originally published
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