Cut the cabbage, onion, carrot, and bell pepper into appropriate sizes.
Heat olive oil in a pot and sauté the garlic.
Add all the prepared vegetables to the pot and stir-fry for 3–5 minutes.
Add water and chopped tomatoes, then bring to a boil.
Season with bay leaf, salt, pepper, and herbs.
Simmer for 15–20 minutes until the vegetables are tender.