Hearty Ground Beef, Cabbage & Carrot Soup

This cozy homemade soup is packed with ground beef, tender cabbage, carrots, onions, and potatoes simmered together in a rich, savory tomato-beef broth. It’s hearty, comforting, and perfect for a family dinner on a chilly day. The vegetables become wonderfully tender while the beef adds plenty of satisfying flavor.

🛒 Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 small head green cabbage, chopped
• 3 medium carrots, sliced
• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 6 cups beef broth
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp dried parsley
• 1/2 tsp dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp salt, or to taste
• 1 tbsp olive oil, if needed
• Fresh parsley for garnish

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Brown the beef:
   Add ground beef to a large pot over medium-high heat. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain excess grease if necessary.
2. Add aromatics:
   Add onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
3. Build the soup:
   Add tomato paste, diced tomatoes, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, thyme, parsley, black pepper, and salt. Stir well.
4. Add vegetables:
   Stir in the cabbage, carrots, and potatoes.
5. Simmer:
   Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 30–40 minutes, or until the potatoes, carrots, and cabbage are tender.
6. Taste and finish:
   Taste and adjust the seasoning. Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

💡 Slow Cooker Option

Brown the ground beef and onions first, then transfer everything to a slow cooker. Cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the vegetables are tender.

🍽️ Yield & Nutrition

Yield: 6–8 servings
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 40 minutes
Total time: About 55 minutes

Estimated per serving, depending on portion size and ingredients:
Calories: 280 | Protein: 20g | Carbs: 25g | Fat: 12g | Fiber: 5g