Low-Carb Ham and Cabbage Soup You’ll Love

Ham and Cabbage Soup You’ll want to skip the corned beef and go straight for the cabbage, with this tasty as all get out creamy ham and cabbage soup!

Let me tell you something. This soup is a game-changer. It is low-carb, keto-friendly, and filled with organic super nutrients. It’s tasty and beneficial simultaneously.

If you want a meal that’s easy to prepare, budget-friendly, extremely versatile and can make its way into almost any diet, this is it.

Reason to discover why you’ll also be coming back again and again to this simple, yet divine ham and cabbage soup.

Why You’ll Love This Soup

I’m going to be honest here. I never knew a bowl of soup could be so satisfying untilI tasted this recipe.

It’s not just thetaste (seriously, they’re amazing). It’s all about how easy it is to make, how inexpensive it is, how powerfully adaptable it can be.

Quick Prep Time

You know those days when you’re dying of hunger but the thought of cooking for hours makes you mad? This soup has your back.

If using an instant pot or slow cooker, it will be ready within 25-30 minutes. And it will hardly take any longer to cook, even if you’re using the stovetop.

Budget-Friendly Goodness

And getthis: each serving costs roughly $0.75. That’s less than a cup of coffee! And still, it’s filling enough to keep you satisfied for hours. You know what works even better?

Versatility at Its Best

Whatever kind of low-carb diet or keto diet you follow, this soup works. You can vary the ingredients a bit to taste, and it still tastes fabulous every time.

Filling and Nutritious

This isn’t some dinky little soup that leaves you hungry an hour later. It’s high in protein and fiber, so it fills you up while giving you lots of good vitamins and minerals.

It’s Actually comfort food, in that it also makes you feel good.

Breaking Down the Nutrition

Shall we discuss some numbers for a moment? Because as much as you want to taste what you’re drinking, you also want to know what you’re drinking.

Here’s what the numbers look like based on a 1-cup serving:

Nutrient	Value
Calories	156 kcal
Total Carbs	8 g
Net Carbs	5.4 g
Fiber	2.6 g
Protein	14.8 g
Fat	7.6 g
Sodium	816 mg
Vitamin C	50 mg
Vitamin K	145 mcg
Potassium	458 mg

Now,allow me to tell you in human-I’m-not-a-scientist-terms what this means.

Low-Carb Friendly

Comingin at just 5.4 net carbs per serving, this soup is great for anyone trying to watch their carb intake.

Whether you’re following keto or simply cutting back on carbs, this dish will slide nicely into your regimen.

Calorie Count That Works

Calories vary with recipe and serving size (124 to 241 kcal per serving). For the majority of us, this is a happy medium between being light enough for maintaining a healthy weight, but thick enough to keep you full.

High Protein Content

Thissoup is all about the protein. Per serving: 14.8 grams of protein Why it made the cut: The protein here lends a hand to muscle maintenance and gives you that full feeling.

And the protein is of two pieces — ham and cabbage — so it’s naturally balanced.

Moderate Fat Levels

With 7.6 grams of fat in a serving, there isn’t an over-the-top amount of fat in this soup concoction.

Most recipes are made with spicy lean ham with almost no additional fat, so it’s a healthy alternative and tastes lip-smacking good as well.

Packed with Vitamins and Minerals

Cabbage and ham are a nutritional powerhouse. Vitamin C is great for your immune system and vitamin K is good for your bones.

It’s good for heart health, too: the potassium helps regulate blood pressure, and there are even some B vitamins thrown in for good measure.

How to Make It

So now that we’ve done that, let’s dig into the nitty-gritty of this magical soup. Well, no worries — It couldn’t be easier.

Ingredients You’ll Need

• 1 medium cabbage, chopped
• 2 cups diced cooked ham
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika(not necessary but recommended)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Sauté Your Base: Begin by sautéing the onions and garlic in a pot until they are soft and fragrant. That is the taste of something being built.
2. Stir in Broth and Ham: Pour in the chicken broth and add the cubed ham. Simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
3. Toss in the Cabbage:Tumble in the chopped cabbage and give it a stir, cooking until just tender but still a little crunchy. This Is another 10-15 minutes.
4. Season and Serve: Season with smoked paprika, salt and pepper. Taste along the way –you want this to be big, bold and flavorful.

If you have an Instant Pot, all you need to do is add all the ingredients and set it to high pressure for 10 minutes and let it do its thing. Easy peasy.

Tips for Customizing the Recipe

Best of all,this soup is endlessly customizable. Want to spice it up? Add red pepper flakes. Craving more veggies? Toss in a few carrots or chunks of celery. Here are a few suggestions to make it your own:

• For Extra Creaminess: Add a splash off  heavy cream or coconut milk before serving.
• Flavor Booster: Substitute beef broth for chicken for even better flavor.
• Vegan Twist: Use mushrooms or lentils instead of ham and vegetable broth.

Why This Soup Stands Out

From the environment So many soups to choose from, but this one is noteworthy for a few reasons.

For one, it’s extremely functional. Second, it is just plain crazy nutritious. And Third, it’s outrageously delicious.

Practicality

You don’t need fancy ingredients or hours of prep work. Just chuck anything in a pot and cook it. It’s the sort of recipe that is ideal for a busy weeknight but also something you can meal prep ahead of time for the week.

Nutritional Powerhouse

Together, with cabbage and ham, you’re covering a lot of nutrient terrain. The fiber keeps you regular, the protein keeps you full, and the vitamins support overall health.

Deliciousness Factor

Not to mention the most important part — it tastes amazing. It’s such an impressive depth of flavor that comes from the combination of savory ham, sweet cabbage and rigorous spices.

Final Thoughts

This low-carb ham and cabbage soup is exactly what you need in a meal — quick, easy, nutritious. Once you start using it,trust me, you’ll ask yourself how you ever lived without it.