Unstuffed Cabbage and Beef Stew
A comforting, low-carb stew featuring lean ground beef, tender green cabbage, and savory diced tomatoes. Perfect for a satisfying lunch that keeps you full without the afternoon slump.
Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Total
40 min
Makes
4 servings
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Setup
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Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Total
40 min
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Equipment
Oven · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Meal prep champion: This soup actually tastes better the next day as the flavors meld in the fridge. Store in airtight containers for up to 4 days.
Do these three things first
- 1Prep cups green cabbage (chopped), medium carrots (diced)
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Place a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch…
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Place a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch…
Place a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat with a light drizzle of olive oil.
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Add the ground beef
Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Season generously with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes until fully browned.
Look for: fully browned
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Stir in the diced carrots and chopped…
Stir in the diced carrots and chopped green cabbage. Sauté for about 5 minutes, allowing the cabbage to soften slightly and absorb the savory flavors from the pan.
Allow: 5 minutes
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Pour in the diced tomatoes along with…
Pour in the diced tomatoes along with their juices, followed by the beef broth and dried oregano.
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Bring the stew to a gentle boil
Bring the stew to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the carrots and cabbage are completely tender.
Look for: the carrots and cabbage are completely tender
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Taste the broth and adjust the salt…
Taste the broth and adjust the salt and pepper to your liking before ladling warm into bowls.
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