Best Ever Beef and Cabbage Soup

Beef and Cabbage soup is filled with seasoned ground beef, cabbage, carrots, celery, kidney beans, and diced tomatoes. It is hearty, delicious, and full of flavor! This is a great soup to serve on a cold day or to help you get in the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day while keeping your nutrition goals in check.

Overhead shot of a bowl of beef and cabbage soup.

A Reader’s Review

This soup is delicious!..Thanks for sharing. Think I like this better than Vegetable Beef.

SunnyV

Reasons You’ll Love This Recipe

  • One-Pot Wonder: I’m all about meals that don’t turn my kitchen into a disaster zone. This beef and cabbage soup is simple, stress-free, and uses barely any dishes!
  • Budget Friendly: In today’s economy, I am very conscious of how much groceries cost. This recipe uses ingredients that won’t break the bank!
  • Festive and Nutrient Rich: This soup is a great way to get into the St. Patrick’s Day spirit while keeping your nutrition goals intact!

St. Patrick’s Day Feast

If you love to celebrate Holidays with festive food, this is the perfect recipe to accompany your St. Patrick’s Day meal. Start with crispy Irish nachos, this beef and cabbage soup, and Irish soda bread. End your meal with some Guinness chocolate cake, and you’ve got the perfect meal to celebrate this fun Irish holiday!

Ingredients Needed

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How to Make Beef Cabbage Soup

You start by browning the ground beef, then add in the vegetables and beef broth. Bring it to a boil and reduce it to a simmer for an hour to let the flavors blend and the veggies become tender.

  1. In a large pot, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 pound of lean ground beef. Cook and brown the beef at medium-high heat until no longer pink, then add 3 teaspoons minced garlic and salt and pepper to taste and cook for 30 seconds.
  2. Add ½ chopped head cabbage, 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes, 2 stalks chopped celery, 2 medium peeled and chopped carrots, 1 (16-ounce) can of kidney beans, 3 ½ cups beef broth, and 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning. Stir to combine.
  3. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 1 hour. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Overhead shot of beef and garlic cooking in the bottom of a pot.
Overhead shot of the vegetables, broth, beans and seasonings added to the pot.
Overhead shot of all of the ingredients mixed together in a pot.

Tips For Making the Best Beef and Cabbage Soup

I want your soup to turn out exactly how you like. Here are some ideas for substitutions or ways to change this low-carb, keto-friendly soup.

  • Can I swap out the ground beef? Yes, try using different sources of protein, like ground turkey or chicken, in place of ground beef for a lighter soup!
  • Is red cabbage ok to use? I used green cabbage in this recipe, but you can use red if you prefer
  • What other vegetables would you recommend? Yes, you can add any of your favorite vegetables to this soup in step 3 when you add the other vegetables. I recommend peas, onions, chopped green beans, cauliflower, or any of your favorites.

Slow Cooker Instructions

This soup also works great in the slow cooker. Just add the browned ground beef and all of the veggies and broth into the slow cooker. Let it cook on low for 3-4 hours or until the vegetables are tender.

Close up shot of beef and cabbage soup.

Properly Store Beef and Cabbage Soup

If you make a double batch of this, you can freeze some to have a pre-made meal ready to go.

  • In the Refrigerator: Place the cooled beef and cabbage soup into an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • In the Freezer: This soup works great to make a double batch and freeze for later. Seal it in a freezer-safe airtight container for up to 3 months.
  • Reheating Instructions: You can reheat slowly, on low, over the stovetop. Or individual portions in the microwave in 30-second increments. Stirring in between.
Overhead shot of beef and cabbage soup in a large pot with a ladle full of soup.

More Beef Soup and Stew Recipes

If you’re looking for a delicious beef soup or stew to serve for St. Patricks Day, I’ve got you covered. These are the perfect addition to any festive feast.

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Beef and Cabbage Soup

Beef and Cabbage soup is filled with beef and tender veggies. This soup is hearty, delicious, and full of flavor!
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Keyword beef and cabbage soup, beef and cabbage soup recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 252kcal
Author Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a large pot, add 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 pound lean ground beef. Cook and brown the beef until no longer pink.
  • Add 3 teaspoons minced garlic and salt and pepper to taste and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Add ½ chopped head cabbage, 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes, 2 stalks chopped celery, 2 medium peeled and chopped carrots, 1 (16-ounce) can kidney beans, 3 ½ cups beef broth, and 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning. Stir to combine.
  • Bring the soup to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer for 1 hour. Garnish with parsley if desired.

Notes

Originally posted on February 4, 2018
Updated on March 7, 2025

Nutrition

Calories: 252kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 915mg | Potassium: 874mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 5318IU | Vitamin C: 45mg | Calcium: 110mg | Iron: 4mg



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