Description
This Easy Ground Beef and Cabbage Skillet Dinner is the ultimate one-pan wonder—perfect for a quick dinner, meal prep, or a healthy snack that doesn’t compromise on flavor. With just a handful of budget-friendly ingredients like ground beef, green cabbage, and a few seasonings, you’ll have a hearty meal on the table in under 30 minutes. It’s low-carb, gluten-free, and totally customizable, making it one of the best easy dinner ideas for busy nights. Whether you’re looking for quick breakfast-for-dinner options, healthy food ideas, or easy recipes that don’t require much cleanup, this skillet delivers every time.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound ground beef (85/15 recommended)
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium carrot, shredded
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 small head green cabbage, chopped (about 6 cups)
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Prep all your ingredients: dice the onion, mince the garlic, shred the carrot, and chop the cabbage.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil and cook the ground beef until browned, about 6–8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
3. Push the beef to one side of the pan and add the diced onion and garlic. Cook for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
4. Stir in the shredded carrots and tomato paste. Let it cook for another 2 minutes, coating everything well.
5. Add the chopped cabbage gradually, stirring as you go to help it wilt. Sprinkle in the paprika, salt, and pepper.
6. Cover and let the skillet simmer for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender.
7. Remove the lid, give it a final stir, and cook uncovered for 2–3 minutes to let excess moisture evaporate.
8. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Let the cabbage soften fully to soak in all the flavor—don’t rush the simmering step.
Use a wide skillet to avoid overcrowding and ensure even cooking.
For extra richness, top each serving with a fried or poached egg.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: easy dinner, skillet recipe, low-carb, ground beef, cabbage recipe