Lean Beef & Cabbage Skillet
Lean Beef & Cabbage Skillet with savory ground beef and tender cabbage, an easy one-pan healthy meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 5 cups green cabbage chopped
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley optional
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook onion until softened, then add garlic.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in tomato paste and spices.
- Add diced tomatoes and mix well.
- Add chopped cabbage and stir to combine.
- Cover and cook until cabbage is tender, about 10–15 minutes.
- Stir occasionally and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Do not overcook cabbage to keep texture.
Use lean beef for a lighter dish.
Add extra vegetables for variation.
Use lean beef for a lighter dish.
Add extra vegetables for variation.