Easy Instant Pot Unstuffed Cabbage Soup
This Easy Instant Pot Unstuffed Cabbage Soup has all of the flavors of stuffed cabbage rolls without any of the effort! A quick, easy, and delicious meal! Paleo and Whole30.
I’ve always been a big fan of stuffed cabbage rolls (otherwise known as Golumpki), but the only thing is, they are a lot of work! I created this soup recipe to include all of the flavors of stuffed cabbage with a fraction of the effort. My Easy Instant Pot Unstuffed Cabbage recipe only takes 10 minutes to cook in the ever-wonderful Instant Pot after it comes to pressure. The leftovers are amazing, too. This is definitely one of my favorite Whole30 soups- it is nutrient-packed and warms the soul on a chilly day!
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Ingredient Notes
ground beef: I get my ground beef from Butcher Box, which delivers grass-fed, organic, and heritage breed beef, pork, and chicken to your doorstep. It’s made life a lot easier for this busy mama! You can definitely use ground pork for this recipe and it will be just as delicious.
beef bone broth: I highly recommend getting some Kettle & Fire Beef broth! It can be tough to find Whole30 compliant beef broth, and this is one of the best in my opinion. Code MARY will get you 20% off!
sugar-free marinara sauce: I like Rao’s Homemade brand. It’s delicious and has no added sugar!
How to Make This Recipe
- Set Instant Pot to “saute” function and add the ghee. Once melted, add in the ground beef and stir 3-5 minutes until browned and cooked through. Add in garlic and onion and saute for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Hit the “cancel/warm” button and add in the remaining ingredients. Stir well to combine. Set the pot to “manual” high pressure for 10 minutes, then quick release when done. Stir well and add more salt/pepper to taste. Enjoy!
Mary’s Tips, & Tricks
Instant Pot Valve Release: For this recipe, I prefer to do the quick release. You can use the natural release, but just know the cabbage will get pretty soft the longer you let it sit!
FAQs
Can I freeze this soup? Yes! This recipe can be frozen. Let it cool before transferring to a freezer-friendly airtight container and leave some room at the top in case it expands! It will last in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight, then heat up on the stove.
Do I really need an Instant Pot? Yes! The Instant Pot is an all-in-one lifesaver in the kitchen. The pressure cooking function brings delicious recipes to life in a matter of minutes! I definitely recommend adding this to your must-have kitchen equipment! The 6 qt Instant Pot has always been a good size for my recipes and family of 5.
Looking for More Delicious Instant Pot Soup Recipes?
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Easy Instant Pot UnStuffed Cabbage Soup
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp ghee (or olive oil)
- ½ onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lb ground beef
- ¾ head green cabbage, chopped into 1 inch chunks
- 1 24 oz. jar sugar-free marinara sauce, I like Rao's Homemade brand
- 2 cups frozen cauliflower rice , (holds up better than fresh, but if you need to use it you can!)
- 3 cups compliant beef broth
- 1 tsp salt, more to taste
- 1 tbsp italian seasoning
- 2 tsp Coconut Aminos
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- ½ tsp cinnamon
Equipment
Instructions
- Set your Instant Pot to "saute" function and add the ghee. Once melted, add in the ground beef and stir 3-5 minutes until browned and cooked through. Add in garlic and onion and saute for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Hit the "cancel/warm" button and add in the remaining ingredients. Stir well to combine. Set the pot to "manual" high pressure for 10 minutes, then quick release when done. You can let it slow release, but just know the cabbage will get pretty soft the longer you let it sit! Stir well and add more salt/pepper to taste. Enjoy!
23 Comments on “Easy Instant Pot Unstuffed Cabbage Soup”
Perfect quick and easy soup recipe for a winter evening! This is a family favorite-even the kids ask for seconds. Delicious!
Thanks Sarah! <3
This recipe is absolutely delicious! Quick, easy, and so full of flavor.
Thank you Kayla!
This is a favorite. So easy. Just made it two weeks in a row. It gives you a warm feeling. The cinnamon really adds to it.
Thank you! So glad you love it 🙂
Any adaptation options for stove top or crockpot?
For stove top, just follow saute directions in a large pot, then add everything and simmer for 30-45 mins 🙂
My husband grew up eating stuffed cabbage and this is a way easier and healthier way to get the same taste. We love it!
Wow! This was incredible.
I made changes for food intolerances and lack of ingredients: I omitted the garlic and onion and also replaced cauliflower with 4oz. Jovial grain free orzo. After release, I left uncovered for 15 minutes to let orzo thicken. Garnished with fresh salt …. A definite make again!!!!!
This was excellent! So easy to whip together. Had all the dishwashing done before the quick release. WIN! Thanks for a great recipe, Mary!
This recipe is delicious! Hubby came back for seconds a few times. Love the cinnamon spice touch too. Will be making this on a more regular basis.❤️
Can this be made on stove top if I don’t have an Instapot? Looks delicious!
made the kitchen smell delicious, the perfect soup for the upcoming winter months!
Wonderful recipe! Kids even liked it! Sent it to a friend’s MIL, when I heard she had Type 2 Diabetes was sad about all the foods she could no longer enjoy, as a way to show still some delish recipes that didn’t leave you feeling like you were missing out!
Deeeeelicious, few ingredients, and took no time to make!
Great recipe. Didn’t love the cinnamon as I like to taste more of the tomato sauce but it had great flavor.
This is a go-to recipe for us on a winter day! My husband grew up eating stuffed cabbage and I LOVE that I can make a similar tasting dish without all the work. Our young kids love it too!
This is so easy, quick and SO delicious, have made it 4 times this winter!!
It’s kind of hard to get excited about cabbage, so I was totally shocked with how much I loved this recipe! It went over great with the whole family as well, including young children. This soup is so hearty, nourishing and just so homey! Cabbage is so affordable as is marinara sauce. We can our own from our garden veggies and make our own sausage and broth from the livestock we raise, so this dinner was literally pennies to feed all five of us. It will be a repeat for sure!
This is full of flavour and super easy! It’s surprising hearty without being overly heavy. I doubled the recipe and topped it with leftover bacon bits because I had them. I also was a little hesitant with the cinnamon but it really adds depth to the recipe. Thanks again!!
The cinnamon threw me for a loop and I hesitated adding it but so glad I did. Delish!!!
I’m so glad you liked it! I love the addition of cinnamon, too. Thanks!