Hearty Instant Pot Cabbage Beef Stew with Carrots
A comforting, one-pot stew simmering tender ground beef and cabbage in a savory broth with carrots and fresh herbs, perfect for chilly evenings and Whole30 adherence. This american-inspired beef (whole30) ready in about 35 minutes pairs grass-fed ground beef, avocado oil, diced yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb grass-fed ground beef
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 1, diced yellow onion
- 2, sliced carrot
- 2 cups, shredded green cabbage
- 3 cups, low-sodium beef broth
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Press 'Sauté' on Instant Pot and heat 2 tbsp avocado oil until shimmering. Add 1 lb grass-fed ground beef and 1/2 tsp sea salt, breaking it apart until browned, about 5 minutes.
- Step 2: Add 1 diced yellow onion, 2 sliced carrots, and 3 minced garlic cloves to the pot, cooking for 3 minutes until onions are translucent.
- Step 3: Stir in 2 cups shredded green cabbage, 3 cups beef broth, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Secure lid and set to 'Manual' for 10 minutes on high pressure.
- Step 4: Allow 15 minutes for natural pressure release. Open lid, stir in 1/4 cup fresh parsley, and adjust seasoning with additional salt if needed.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Hearty Instant Pot Cabbage Beef Stew with Carrots take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Hearty Instant Pot Cabbage Beef Stew with Carrots?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep grass-fed ground beef from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Hearty Instant Pot Cabbage Beef Stew with Carrots?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Hearty Instant Pot Cabbage Beef Stew with Carrots for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Hearty Instant Pot Cabbage Beef Stew with Carrots whole30?
Yes — this recipe is tagged whole30 based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The aroma while cooking this was absolutely heavenly.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 25-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
