🥬🥩 Keto Mediterranean Meaty Cabbage Soup (Crockpot)
Easy, comforting, and perfect for staying on track—no wonder it’s been your constant companion 💚
🛒 Ingredients
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1½ lb (700 g) ground beef or ground lamb
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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4 cups green cabbage, chopped
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1 zucchini, diced
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2 celery stalks, sliced
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1 can (400 g) diced tomatoes (or fresh, chopped – optional for strict keto)
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4 cups beef broth (low-sodium)
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1 tsp paprika
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1 tsp dried oregano
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½ tsp cumin
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½ tsp black pepper
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Salt to taste
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1 bay leaf
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Optional: fresh parsley or dill for garnish
👩🍳 Instructions (Crockpot Method)
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Brown the meat
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add ground meat and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if needed. -
Build flavor
Add onion and garlic to the meat. Cook 2–3 minutes until fragrant. -
Load the crockpot
Transfer meat mixture to the crockpot.
Add cabbage, zucchini, celery, tomatoes, broth, spices, salt, pepper, and bay leaf. -
Slow cook
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LOW: 6–7 hours
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HIGH: 3–4 hours
Until cabbage is tender and flavors are rich.
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Finish & serve
Remove bay leaf. Adjust seasoning.
Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
🥣 Why It’s Perfect for Keto
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Low-carb & filling
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High protein & healthy fats
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Anti-inflammatory Mediterranean spices
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Keeps you full for hours
🌿 Keto Variations
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Extra rich: Add a splash of heavy cream at the end
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Spicy: Add chili flakes or cayenne
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Chunky stew: Add mushrooms or cauliflower
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Tomato-free: Skip tomatoes, add more broth + lemon juice
❄️ Storage
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Fridge: up to 5 days
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Freezer: up to 3 months
