Tomato Soup with Napa Cabbage

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 large carrots, diced
• 1/2 head napa cabbage, chopped
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 2 cups diced fresh tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add onion, garlic, and carrots and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Add napa cabbage and cook for another 5 minutes.
4. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
5. Add vegetable broth, tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper and bring to a boil.
6. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
7. Puree soup using an immersion blender or food processor.
8. Serve warm.

Interesting Facts

• Napa cabbage is a type of Chinese cabbage that is packed with vitamins and minerals.
• Tomato paste is a great source of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant.