Ground Beef Cabbage Soup (Print)

A comforting blend of ground beef, cabbage, and vegetables in a savory broth. Perfect for cozy, easy dinners.

# Components:

→ Proteins

01 - 1 pound lean ground beef

→ Aromatics

02 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

→ Vegetables

04 - 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
05 - 2 celery stalks, sliced
06 - 1 small head green cabbage, chopped (approximately 6 cups)
07 - 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained

→ Liquids and Seasonings

08 - 6 cups beef broth (ensure gluten-free if necessary)
09 - 1 bay leaf
10 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
11 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
12 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
13 - 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
14 - 2 tablespoons tomato paste
15 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ Optional Enhancements

16 - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (ensure gluten-free if necessary)
17 - Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

# Directions:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until thoroughly browned, approximately 5-6 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
02 - Introduce the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
03 - Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until aromatic.
04 - Add the chopped cabbage to the pot and sauté for 2-3 minutes until it starts to wilt.
05 - Stir in the tomato paste, diced tomatoes (including their juice), beef broth, bay leaf, dried thyme, smoked paprika, black pepper, salt, and Worcestershire sauce, if using.
06 - Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to a gentle simmer. Cover the pot and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the cabbage and vegetables are tender.
07 - Remove and discard the bay leaf. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
08 - Ladle the hot soup into bowls. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in under an hour from start to finish
  • Uses everyday ingredients you likely have on hand
  • Naturally gluten free and dairy free
  • Budget friendly and stretches a pound of meat
  • Freezes beautifully for future meals
02 -
  • Excellent source of vitamins A C and K from the vegetables
  • High in protein and surprisingly low in calories around 210 per serving
  • Naturally gluten free when using certified gluten free broth
  • Fits perfectly into meal prep routines
03 -
  • Cut all vegetables to a similar size for even cooking and balanced bites.
  • Don't rush the beef browning step as it develops crucial flavor for the entire soup.
  • If you have time let the finished soup rest for 15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to develop even more.

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