Keto Cabbage Soup
A hearty and flavorful low-carb soup packed with ground beef, tender cabbage, and aromatic spices, perfect for a cozy meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef Can substitute with turkey or chicken.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion (brown or white, finely diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (crushed)
- 2 ribs celery (finely sliced)
- 3 cups green cabbage (cored, thinly sliced) About half a large head, or 1.4 kg.
- 4 cups beef broth Can substitute with vegetable broth.
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 can diced tomatoes (with their juice)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 leaf bay leaf
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large non-stick pot over medium heat, warm the olive oil.
- Add the diced onion and crushed garlic. Stir and cook for about 1 minute or until the garlic is fragrant.
- Stir in the ground beef, breaking it into smaller pieces with a wooden spoon. Cook until the meat is no longer pink and reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Add the finely sliced celery, shredded cabbage, beef broth, tomato paste, canned diced tomatoes (with their juice), paprika, bay leaf, and salt. Stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a light boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover the pot and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- Remove the pot from heat and take out the bay leaf. Stir in the fresh parsley.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed.
- Serve your soup hot, garnished with additional parsley or even some grated Parmesan.
Notes
Soups often taste even better the next day as the flavors meld. Consider making a bigger batch for meal prep. If you prefer a creamier soup, try blending a portion with an immersion blender.