Description

Warm, hearty, and packed with flavor, this Cabbage Soup with Ground Beef is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. Loaded with tender cabbage, juicy ground beef, and colorful vegetables, this rich and savory soup is as nutritious as it is satisfying. It’s perfect for meal prep, family dinners, or when you need a nourishing bowl of goodness to warm you up. Plus, it’s budget-friendly, simple to make, and packed with wholesome ingredients — an ideal addition to your collection of easy dinner ideas.

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef

1 medium head of cabbage, chopped

4 cups beef broth

1 large onion, diced

3 carrots, sliced

3 celery stalks, chopped

1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp paprika

1 tsp dried thyme

Salt and pepper to taste

2 tbsp olive oil

Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Cook the Ground Beef: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula. Drain excess grease and set aside.
Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pot, add onions, carrots, and celery. Cook for about 5 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
Combine and Simmer: Return the cooked beef to the pot. Add cabbage, diced tomatoes, beef broth, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
Cook the Soup: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes until the cabbage is tender.
Serve and Enjoy: Ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot with bread or crackers.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner