Name: Hearty Cabbage Beef Soup: A Comforting and Nutritious Meal
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 ½ pounds (90% lean) ground beef; 1 medium yellow onion, chopped; 2 medium carrots, thinly sliced into rounds; Kosher salt, to taste; Freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 6 cloves garlic, finely chopped; 2 (14.5-ounce) cans fire-roasted diced tomatoes (with juices); 6 cups chopped cabbage (about 1 pound); 4 cups low-sodium beef broth; ½ cup long-grain white rice; 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar; 1 tablespoon packed light brown sugar; 2 teaspoons sweet paprika; 1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves, plus more for garnish

Description

Hearty Cabbage Beef Soup is a comforting, nutritious, and flavorful meal that combines tender ground beef, fresh cabbage, and aromatic spices in a rich broth. This easy-to-make soup is perfect for chilly nights, meal prepping, or a satisfying family dinner. Packed with protein and fiber, this dish is both wholesome and delicious.

Ingredients

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For the Soup

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 ½ pounds (90% lean) ground beef
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
2 medium carrots, thinly sliced into rounds
Kosher salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 (14.5-ounce) cans fire-roasted diced tomatoes (with juices)
6 cups chopped cabbage (about 1 pound)
4 cups low-sodium beef broth
½ cup long-grain white rice
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon packed light brown sugar
2 teaspoons sweet paprika
1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves, plus more for garnish

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Instructions

Brown the Beef – Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
Cook the Vegetables – Add the chopped onion and sliced carrots to the pot. Stir occasionally, letting them soften for about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add Tomatoes and Cabbage – Pour in the fire-roasted diced tomatoes with their juices. Stir in the chopped cabbage and let it cook for 5 minutes, allowing the cabbage to start wilting.
Simmer the Soup – Add the beef broth, rice, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, paprika, and dried oregano. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let the soup simmer for 25-30 minutes, allowing the rice to cook and flavors to meld together.
Finish and Serve – Stir in the fresh parsley and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Notes

For a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
Substitute brown rice for white rice for a heartier, whole-grain option.
Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American