Hearty Meaty Cabbage Soup (Healthy Ground Beef & Cabbage Soup Recipe)
This Meaty Cabbage Soup is a warm, nourishing, and satisfying one-pot meal made with lean ground beef, fresh green cabbage, tomatoes, and savory spices. It’s a perfect choice for anyone looking for a healthy comfort food, a low-carb soup, or a budget-friendly family dinner.
If you love easy soup recipes, old-fashioned cabbage soup, and protein-rich meals, this hearty soup will quickly become a favorite.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
½ head green cabbage, chopped
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can diced tomatoes
4 cups beef broth
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon dried oregano
Salt & black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
How to Make Meaty Cabbage Soup
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook for 5–7 minutes until browned.
Add the onion and garlic and sauté until soft and fragrant.
Stir in salt, black pepper, tomato paste, paprika, thyme, oregano, and diced tomatoes.
Pour in the beef broth and add the chopped cabbage.
Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20–25 minutes until the cabbage is tender.
Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot.
Why You’ll Love This Healthy Cabbage Soup
✔ High in Protein
Ground beef provides lasting energy and keeps you feeling full longer.
✔ Great for Weight Management
Cabbage is low in calories and high in fiber—perfect for light, filling meals.
✔ Heart-Healthy & Nutritious
Packed with vitamins, antioxidants, and minerals from cabbage and tomatoes.
✔ Easy One-Pot Meal
Everything cooks in one pot—simple cleanup and fast preparation.
✔ Budget-Friendly Comfort Food
Made with affordable pantry ingredients and fresh vegetables.
Perfect For
Healthy meal prep
Low-carb & keto-friendly diets
Family dinners
Cold-weather comfort food
Weight-loss friendly soup plans
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