Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (or preferred cooking oil)
- ½ cup salsa
- 4–5 cups cabbage, shredded
- 3 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 3 tablespoons water
- ¾ cup mozzarella cheese, shredded (or other cheese)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- ½ cup canned black beans
Optional Garnishes
- Sour cream
- Green onions
- Tomatoes
- Jalapeño
- Guacamole
- Pico de Gallo
Instructions
- Cook the Ground Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked. Drain off any excess fat.
- Add Seasonings: Stir in the salsa and taco seasoning to coat the beef evenly, letting the flavors meld.
- Add Vegetables and Beans: Add shredded cabbage, black beans, and water to the skillet. Stir well, ensuring the cabbage is coated with the sauce. Taste and season with salt and black pepper as needed.
- Simmer: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to medium. Cover the skillet and let simmer for about 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and flavors well combined.
- Melt the Cheese: Remove the skillet from the heat. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top. Cover again and let sit until the cheese melts, about 1-2 minutes.
- Garnish and Serve: Top with your choice of sour cream, green onions, avocado, or other favorite toppings. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Chop vegetables up to a day ahead for quicker prep—store them in the fridge until ready to use.
- Store leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- Reheat gently on the stovetop or in an oven at 350°F; add a splash of broth or water if needed.
- Freeze leftover filling in an airtight, freezer-safe container for up to three months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- This recipe yields about 2-3 servings; it can easily be doubled for meal prep or a larger crowd.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main-course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/3 of recipe
- Calories: 554 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 895 mg
- Fat: 37 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg