Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 head green cabbage, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican cheese blend
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro or green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add onion and bell pepper (if using) and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in garlic, taco seasoning, and diced tomatoes. Cook for 1 minute to combine flavors.
- Add chopped cabbage and stir. Cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cabbage is tender but still crisp.
- Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle cheese over top and cover skillet until cheese melts.
- Garnish with cilantro or green onions and serve hot with lime wedges if desired.
Notes
- Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
- Add black beans, corn, or jalapeños for extra bulk and flavor.
- For extra creaminess, stir in a few tablespoons of cream cheese before topping with shredded cheese.
- Use bagged coleslaw mix as a shortcut—just omit carrots for low-carb.
- Freeze leftovers in portions for easy future meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
