Description
A hearty and nutritious cabbage soup with ground beef, loaded with fresh vegetables and seasoned perfectly. This warm and comforting soup is easy to prepare and makes a great meal for lunch or dinner, perfect for meal prepping and customizable with your favorite veggies.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small green bell pepper, diced
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 ribs celery, sliced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 whole head green cabbage, chopped
- 2 medium russet potatoes, peeled and chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 2 (14.5 oz) cans diced tomatoes with basil, garlic, and oregano
Seasonings and Broth
- 2 tbsp garlic and herb seasoning
- 1 tsp Slap Ya Mama seasoning or any Cajun seasoning (optional)
- 1 heaping tablespoon Knorr beef bouillon
- 4 cups water or beef/chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
Instructions
- Brown the Ground Beef: Heat a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until it is nicely browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add the diced green bell pepper, yellow onion, sliced carrots, and celery to the pot. Season with garlic and herb seasoning, Slap Ya Mama seasoning, and black pepper. Sauté until the vegetables begin to soften.
- Add Tomato Paste: Stir in the tomato paste and cook for a couple of minutes, stirring occasionally to combine flavors.
- Add Potatoes: Add the chopped russet potatoes to the pot and stir well to combine with the other ingredients.
- Add Tomatoes and Garlic: Pour in the canned diced tomatoes and add the minced garlic cloves. Stir thoroughly to mix all ingredients.
- Add Cabbage: Add the chopped green cabbage in batches, stirring to fit it all in, knowing it will reduce significantly when cooked.
- Add Broth and Simmer: Add the Knorr beef bouillon and pour in the water or broth. Stir everything together, then bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover with the lid, and simmer for 30 minutes until the potatoes and cabbage are tender.
- Season and Serve: Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot and enjoy your flavorful cabbage soup with ground beef.
Notes
- You can customize the soup by adding other vegetables such as zucchini, spinach, or beans for additional flavor and nutrients.
- This soup stores well and is ideal for meal prep; make a large batch and refrigerate or freeze portions for easy lunches or dinners throughout the week.
- For a milder version, omit the Slap Ya Mama or Cajun seasoning.
- If you prefer, swap ground beef with ground turkey, chicken, or venison.
- Using broth instead of water enhances the overall flavor of the soup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
