Low Carb Cabbage Beef Soup
Low carb • Sugar-free cabbage beef soup — 30 minutes, six bowls
This is low-carb cabbage beef soup, not a noodle pot. Ground beef and shredded cabbage simmer in a light tomato broth with a few carrot coins, like the photo. Thirty minutes. No sugar, no pasta.
Six bowls. Shred the cabbage thin so it softens in the pot.
Simmer: 20
Why you'll love this soup
- 22g protein per bowl — ground beef
- 7g net carbs — cabbage, not noodles
- About 30 minutes, one pot
- Shredded cabbage, beef, carrot coins, like the photo
- No boxed mix, no sugar
- It reheats well the next day
Health notes
- Protein: Ground beef carries the bowl.
- Lower carb than noodle soup: Cabbage instead of pasta. Close to keto at 7g net.
- Six bowls: Macros are per sixth of the pot.
- Potatoes, noodles, or sweet tomato sauce will jump the carbs. Keep the carrot small.
Key element — brown the beef, then wilt the cabbage
A gray pot skipped the brown. Cook the beef first, fold in shredded cabbage, then simmer so the bowl looks like the photo.
Diabetic-Friendly
Low Carb Cabbage Beef Soup
- Prep10 min
- Total10 min
- Servings6 servings
- Calories280 kcal
Ingredients
Instructions
- Brown. Heat oil in a Dutch oven. Brown the beef with onion and garlic. Drain extra fat.
- Cabbage. Stir in shredded cabbage and carrot. Cook 3 minutes until the leaves wilt, like the photo.
- Broth. Add broth, water, tomato sauce, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer. Cover and simmer 15 to 18 minutes until the cabbage is tender.
- Serve. Ladle six bowls. One sixth is one serving.
Notes & Tips
- Shred the cabbage thin so it softens in 30 minutes.
- Brown the beef before the cabbage goes in.
- A small carrot adds color without a big carb jump.
- No-sugar tomato sauce keeps the broth savory.
- The soup tastes better the next day.
Variations & serving ideas
- Ground turkey: Same 1 lb.
- Cauliflower: Add 1 cup florets with the cabbage.
- Potatoes, noodles, or sweet sauce: Skip them. That is how carbs jump.
- Spicy: Add 1/2 tsp chili flakes with the paprika.
- Italian: Stir in 1 tsp dried oregano.
- Turkey: Use 1 lb ground turkey instead of beef.
- Slow cooker: Brown the beef, then cook on low 4 hours.
Storage
- Refrigerator: Up to 4 days (Covered)
- Freezer: Up to 2 months (Cool first)
- Reheat: Stovetop (Add a splash of broth)
Nutrition Facts
Per serving · makes 6 servings
| Nutrient | Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Total fat | 16 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
| Total carbohydrate | 10 g |
| Fibre | 3 g |
| Protein | 22 g |
Nutrition values are approximate and vary with brands and portion sizes.
Frequently asked questions
Is this soup keto-friendly?
Yes. About 7g net per bowl with cabbage and a small carrot.
Why is the cabbage still tough?
The shreds were thick. Cut them thinner and simmer the full 18 minutes.
Can I add potatoes or noodles?
They add carbs. Cabbage keeps each bowl at about 7g net.
Why brown the beef first?
Color and flavor. A gray pot does not match the bowl in the photo.
Can I make it ahead?
Yes. It keeps 4 days and tastes better the next day.
How do I store leftovers?
Fridge up to 4 days, or freeze 2 months. Add a splash of broth when you reheat.
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