Easy Taco Cabbage & Ground Turkey Soup
This taco cabbage & ground turkey soup is the perfect cozy, low-carb weeknight dinner when you want something hearty but still light. What I love about this One Pan Meal is that it’s full of bold taco flavor, easy to customize, and comes together quickly on the stovetop.
I’ve been making this soup on repeat during busy weeks, it makes great leftovers and is one of those meals that tastes even better the next day. It’s easy to switch up with different proteins, pre-chopped veggies, or whatever seasoning you have on hand.
If you like this dish, you should try my Salsa Verde Chicken Soup (Instant Pot!), Crockpot Chicken Enchilada Soup Recipe, or my Easy Mexican Beans and Rice.
Why You Will Love This Dinner
- Easy cooking: One pot and simple stovetop steps
- Healthy ingredients: Low carb, high protein, and veggie-forward
- Versatile meal: Easy to customize with toppings and substitutions
Ingredients
- Green cabbage – The base of the soup, hearty and filling while keeping it low carb
- Ground turkey – Lean protein that absorbs all the taco flavors
- Diced tomatoes – Add acidity and body to the broth
- Tomato paste – Deepens the tomato flavor and richness
- Chicken broth – Creates a savory soup base
- Apple cider vinegar – Brightens the soup and balances the richness
- White onion – Adds depth and classic savory flavor
- Green bell pepper – Brings sweetness and texture
- Barbacoa seasoning – Adds smoky, taco-style flavor
Substitutions and Variations
- Use ground beef, chicken, or pork instead of ground turkey
- Swap fresh onion and bell pepper for frozen diced onion and peppers
- Use pre-shredded coleslaw mix instead of chopping cabbage
- Substitute taco seasoning if you don’t have barbacoa seasoning
- Make your own seasoning with cumin, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper
Toppings:
Because of the smoky flavor of barbacoa in this Mexican cabbage soup I highly recommend topping with Greek yogurt or sour cream! It's also wonderful with some fresh cilantro.
How to make Taco Cabbage and Ground Turkey Soup
- Sauté the onion and bell pepper in a large pot for about 2 minutes, until slightly softened.
- Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, chicken broth, and apple cider vinegar. Bring to a boil.
- Add the chopped cabbage, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook for about 5 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Tips and Notes
This soup thickens slightly as it sits
Cook the cabbage longer if you prefer it very soft
For a little crunch, keep simmer time closer to 5 minutes
Storage and Reheating Instructions
Storage:
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Reheating:
Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave until warmed through.
Tips:
Add a splash of broth when reheating if the soup thickens too much.
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Easy Taco Cabbage and Ground Turkey Soup
Ingredients
- ½ head of green cabbage
- 1 lb. ground turkey
- 1 packet barbacoa seasoning
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 15 oz can diced tomatoes
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- ½ diced white onion
- 1 diced bell pepper
Instructions
- Prepare vegetables by loosely chopping cabbage, diced onion, and bell pepper.
- In a large greased pan on medium heat sauté onion and bell pepper for about 2 minutes, add ground turkey and cook until brown.
- Pour in broth, tomatoes, tomato paste, barbacoa seasoning and apple cider vinegar and turn heat on high.
- Once boiling add chopping cabbage and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Serve with a dollop of greek yogurt.
This cabbage soup has a great kick to it!