Description
Keto Cabbage and Ground Beef Skillet is a quick, one-pan low-carb dinner made with seasoned ground beef, tender cabbage, onions, garlic, and simple spices. It is hearty, budget-friendly, and perfect for keto-friendly meal prep or easy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small head green cabbage, shredded
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup beef broth (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add onion and garlic and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add shredded cabbage and stir to combine.
- Season with paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Add beef broth if using and stir well.
- Cook for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cabbage is tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Remove from heat and serve warm.
Notes
- Do not over-stir so the cabbage can lightly caramelize for better flavor.
- Ground turkey or chicken can be used instead of beef.
- Add chili flakes for a spicy version.
- Cheese can be added on top for extra richness.
- Great for meal prep and tastes even better the next day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
