Keto Cabbage & Mushroom Soup
A hearty, earthy soup with shredded cabbage, mushrooms, and smoked paprika, simmered in a savory broth for a satisfying low-carb comfort meal. This french-inspired keto ready in about 35 minutes pairs diced bacon, sliced mushrooms, thinly sliced cabbage for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 285 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
- 4 oz, diced bacon
- 8 oz, sliced mushrooms
- 2 cups, thinly sliced cabbage
- 1/2 cup, finely chopped yellow onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 3 cups beef bone broth
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook 4 oz diced bacon in a large pot over medium heat for 5-6 minutes until crispy. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon, leaving 2 tbsp bacon fat in the pot.
- Step 2: Add 8 oz sliced mushrooms and 1/2 cup finely chopped yellow onion to the pot. Sauté for 6-7 minutes until mushrooms are tender and onions are golden brown.
- Step 3: Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add 2 cups thinly sliced cabbage and cook for 3 minutes until slightly wilted.
- Step 4: Pour in 3 cups beef bone broth, stir in 1 tsp smoked paprika and 1/2 tsp dried thyme. Bring to a simmer and cook uncovered for 15 minutes until cabbage is tender but still has a slight bite.
- Step 5: Season with 1/2 tsp sea salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Stir in the reserved crispy bacon and serve hot, garnished with extra bacon if desired.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Keto Cabbage & Mushroom Soup 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 Keto Cabbage & Mushroom Soup?
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 diced bacon from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Keto Cabbage & Mushroom Soup?
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 Keto Cabbage & Mushroom Soup 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.
What goes well with Keto Cabbage & Mushroom Soup?
French keto like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Added this to my weekly meal rotation. So satisfying.
- ★★★★★
So much better than takeout. We'll never order european delivery again.
- ★★★★★
Great base recipe! I added a pinch of smoked paprika and it was even better.
