Chop the onion, celery, cabbage, carrot, and bell pepper into bite-sized pieces.
Heat olive oil in a pot, then sauté the onion and celery.
Add the cabbage, carrot, and bell pepper and continue to sauté.
Add chopped tomatoes and water.
Season with bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
Simmer over medium-low heat for 20 to 30 minutes.