Keto Meaty Cabbage Soup

Ingredients:

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef or ground pork
• 4 cups green cabbage, shredded
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups beef or vegetable broth (preferably low-sodium)
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes (no sugar added)
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Cook the Ground Meat:
   • In a large soup pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef or ground pork and cook until browned. Remove any excess fat if needed.
2. Add Vegetables:
   • Add the diced onion, carrots, celery, and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for a few minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
3. Add Cabbage:
   • Stir in the shredded cabbage and continue to cook for another few minutes until the cabbage starts to wilt.
4. Season and Add Liquids:
   • Add the dried thyme, dried oregano, bay leaf, diced tomatoes (with their juice), and beef or vegetable broth to the pot. Stir well to combine.
5. Simmer:
   • Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let the soup simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
6. Season and Serve:
   • Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
   • Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and serve hot.

Nutritional Information (Approximate, per serving, assuming 6 servings):

• Calories: ~250 kcal
• Protein: ~18g
• Carbohydrates: ~10g (net carbs)
• Fiber: ~3g
• Fat: ~16g