Description
This Low Carb Cabbage Taco Skillet is a delicious and hearty meal that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Combining seasoned ground beef with tender shredded cabbage and melty cheese, it offers all the flavors of a classic taco in a healthy, low-carb format. Topped with fresh garnishes like sour cream, green onions, and guacamole, it’s customizable and full of vibrant textures and tastes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (or preferred cooking oil)
- ½ cup salsa
- 4-5 cups cabbage, shredded
- 3 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 3 tablespoons water
- ¾ cup mozzarella cheese, shredded (or other cheese of choice)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- ½ cup canned black beans
Toppings & Garnishes
- Sour cream, to serve
- Green onions, sliced
- Tomatoes, diced
- Jalapeños, sliced
- Guacamole
- Pico de Gallo
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Shred the cabbage, dice tomatoes, slice green onions and jalapeños, and have your other toppings ready for garnishing later.
- Cook Ground Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Add Taco Seasoning and Salsa: Stir in the taco seasoning and water, allowing the beef to simmer for 2-3 minutes until the seasoning is well incorporated and slightly thickened. Then add salsa and mix well.
- Cook Cabbage: Add the shredded cabbage to the skillet and stir to combine with the beef mixture. Cover and cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender but still slightly crisp.
- Add Black Beans: Stir in the canned black beans and heat through for 2-3 minutes.
- Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the skillet. Cover again and cook until the cheese melts, about 2-3 minutes.
- Serve and Garnish: Remove from heat and serve immediately. Top each portion with sour cream, green onions, tomatoes, jalapeños, guacamole, and pico de gallo as desired to enhance flavors and textures.
Notes
- You can swap mozzarella with cheddar or pepper jack cheese for different flavors.
- Adjust the spiciness by adding more or fewer jalapeños or using a mild salsa.
- For a dairy-free version, omit the cheese or use a vegan cheese alternative.
- If you want to add more protein, consider topping with sliced avocado or an extra scoop of black beans.
- This skillet can be made ahead and reheated; it stores well in the fridge for 2-3 days.
