Description
This Low Carb Unstuffed Cabbage Casserole is a hearty and healthy one-pot family dinner idea. Packed with vegetables, lean ground beef, and savory spices, it’s a keto-friendly twist on traditional cabbage rolls without all the fuss.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons oil
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 sweet onion, chopped
- 1 orange bell pepper, seeded and chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 (14 oz) can fire roasted diced tomatoes
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 small head green cabbage, cored and chopped
- 2 cups shredded cheddar/jack cheese
Instructions
1. Saute oil, ground beef, chopped onion, and orange bell pepper over medium-high heat in a large pan or Dutch oven until the beef is browned and onions are translucent.
2. Add the garlic and sauté for 1 more minute.
3. Stir in the fire roasted diced tomatoes, smoked paprika, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
4. Top with chopped cabbage. Cover and cook for 15–20 minutes or until the cabbage is tender.
5. Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top, cover, and let it melt.
6. Serve hot.
Notes
Add 1/4 cup of water if the cabbage does not release enough liquid during cooking.
This dish is great for keto and low carb diets, but can also be served with rice for others in the family.
Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 474
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 418mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 108mg