Description
Cabbage Soup with Hamburger is a warm, hearty dish that merges savory ground beef and fresh cabbage in a comforting broth. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this one-pot meal is both easy to prepare and adaptable to what’s in your pantry. Each spoonful promises satisfaction and warmth, making it an ideal choice for cozy nights at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground hamburger
- 1 medium green cabbage, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 tsp salt (to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper (to taste)
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Italian herbs
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat and add olive oil. Sauté diced onions and minced garlic until translucent (3-5 minutes).
- Add the ground hamburger, breaking it apart. Cook until browned (5-7 minutes), draining excess fat.
- Stir in chopped cabbage and sliced carrots; cook for an additional 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Pour in tomato sauce and beef broth, stirring well. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian herbs. Simmer on low heat for about 30 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnishing with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For a lighter version, substitute ground turkey or chicken for the hamburger. Add extra vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for more flavor and nutrition. Spice it up with red pepper flakes for an extra kick.