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Ground Beef Taco Cabbage Skillet

January 17, 2020 by Kara Cook 7 Comments

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Ground Beef Taco Cabbage Skillet – this simple tex mex dinner is made all in one pan, and whips up in minutes. It’s low carb and delicious!

My daughter in law can’t have gluten, so I am always on the lookout for gluten free dinners that are quick and easy. This one fits the bill! Just make sure to check your taco seasoning to make sure it doesn’t have gluten in it.

taco cabbage skillet title photo

PERFECT RECIPE FOR TACO FANS!

Like most families, we are pretty big fans of tacos around here. I know that if I make anything taco related, it’s almost guaranteed to be a hit with my family.

Honestly, I was pretty skeptical about this recipe when I first saw it. I figured that my husband and I would eat it without complaint, but because of all the cabbage, I was worried about my two youngest kids, who happen to be the pickiest eaters in the family. 

Surprisingly, everyone liked it, even the youngest! I was shocked at how well it was received. And as for me, I really, really love it. The taco seasoning masks the flavor of the cabbage, but it has a great crunch to it. And of course the melted cheese on top makes it extra yummy. 

This happens to be a perfect keto recipe, but even if you still enjoy carbs like we do, it is still a great dinner recipe! It’s a great way to pack a bunch of healthy vegetables into a meal, and it is so tasty!

HOW TO MAKE GROUND BEEF CABBAGE SKILLET

Ingredients needed:

  • lean ground beef
  • half head of cabbage (I use green cabbage)
  • taco seasoning
  • dry minced onion (You can chop up a fresh onion if you prefer.)
  • water
  • cheddar cheese (or substitute another cheese of your choice)

This recipe is beyond easy! Brown your hamburger in a large skillet, then add the cabbage, seasonings, and water. Cook and stir occasionally till the cabbage is crisp tender. 

cooking hamburger and cabbage in a skillet

Sprinkle with cheese and cover. Cook for a few minutes, just till cheese melts. Serve immediately.

overhead shot of taco skillet cabbage with melted cheese

How to store leftover cabbage and ground beef skillet?

-This meal is definitely best served fresh, but you can store leftovers if you have any. Place them in an airtight container and store in the fridge. I think it’s best eaten after a day or two, because the cabbage loses its crispness, and after too long it can start to get a bitter taste. 

We like this meal so much, I’ve made it half a dozen times over the past few months. I’ve come up with a few ways to change it up that have gone over well with my family.

To make this meal even easier, use a bag of coleslaw mix. We like the kind with shredded carrots. This saves you the step of chopping the cabbage, so you have virtually no prep time!

With this method, the cabbage is shredded finely, so it cooks faster. You can have dinner on the table in about 20 minutes!

 

close up of taco ground beef and cabbage with melted cheese on a plate

VARIATIONS ON THIS SKILLET DINNER:

-Switch up the kind of cheese you use on top. The first two times I made it, I used just cheddar cheese. I started using half mozzarella and half cheddar, and I like that even better. You could add a little kick by using pepper jack cheese, or substitute any cheese you have on hand.

-If you’re not using a bag of coleslaw mix, stir in some shredded carrots with your chopped cabbage.

-Toss in a few diced peppers. I think red peppers would be especially tasty, and they would add a nice pop of color.

-Try switching out all or some of the ground beef for pork sausage. 

-If you really like things spicy, you could add some chopped jalapeno pepper with the cabbage, or sprinkle some red pepper flakes in the dish before adding the cheese.

-Top with sour cream, diced tomatoes, chopped avocado, or sliced olives. 

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Ground Beef Taco Cabbage Skillet

Yield: 4-6 servings

Tex Mex Ground Beef Cabbage Skillet

Tex Mex Ground Beef Cabbage Skillet

Low carb Tex-Mex skillet meal made with ground beef, cabbage, and cheese.

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1/2 head of green cabbage, shredded or chopped
  • 1/4 cup taco seasoning
  • 1 Tbsp dry minced onion
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Brown hamburger in a large skillet. Drain off any fat.
  2. Stir in the cabbage, taco seasoning, dry onion, and water. Cook and stir till cabbage is crisp tender.
  3. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover pan with a lid and cook for 5-10 minutes or till cheese is melted.
  4. Serve immediately.

Notes

-You can substitute one 14 ounce bag of cabbage coleslaw mix for the cabbage if you desire.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

6

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 332Total Fat: 19gSaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 670mgCarbohydrates: 10gFiber: 3gSugar: 4gProtein: 30g

Calculated with 6 servings.

Cuisine: Mexican / Category: Main Dish- Beef
Recipe inspired by The Foodie Affair.

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  1. Sofia

    August 14, 2020 at 4:40 pm

    This sounds good. I love cabbage and Mexican food is my favorite. How long do you cook the cabbage? I always seem to overcooked mine. Thanks.

    Reply
    • Kara Cook

      August 18, 2020 at 7:18 am

      I like it pretty crisp, so I usually cook it for about 5 minutes, just till it starts to wilt a bit.

      Reply
  2. Becky H

    May 18, 2020 at 4:38 pm

    I think this was a pretty good base recipe. (I doubled it.) I added a can of Rotel and a can of diced green chilies to the dish. I also ended up adding a lot more water than the recipe called for. I felt the cabbage made it a tad bit bitter so I added a touch of sweetener to taste. I also served with a dollop of sour cream. Everyone loved it!

    Reply
    • Kara Cook

      May 23, 2020 at 8:53 am

      Thanks for sharing your variations Becky. Sounds delicious! We love Rotel, so I might have to give that a try next time!

      Reply
  3. katerina @ diethood.com

    February 25, 2020 at 1:55 pm

    This sounds incredibly delicious! The perfect weeknight dinner!! YUM!

    Reply
  4. Melissa

    February 25, 2020 at 1:47 pm

    Perfect meal! Easy to make and very flavorful!

    Reply
  5. Anna

    February 25, 2020 at 10:20 am

    This skillet dinner is so quick and easy! Perfect for busy weekdays!

    Reply

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