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Easy Gluten-Free Slow Cooker Cabbage Soup

Published: Oct 19, 2019 by Sharon McCaskill ยท Modified: Feb 28, 2023 ยท โœ…Edited and Reviewed by: Sharon McCaskill, MA, RDN ยท This post may contain affiliate links ยท 6 Comments

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This gluten-free slow cooker cabbage soup is a simple and easy healthy recipe that is packed with veggies, dairy-free, and can be customized to be vegan, paleo, or keto.

Are you as rushed to get dinner on the table each week as my family is?ย 

We rely HEAVILY on our slow cooker to ensure that a healthy dinner is provided without the stress of cooking at the end of an exhausting day.ย 

This recipe is one that we make regularly, and customize depending on our nutritional goals at the time. It's easily converted to a low carb cabbage soup or a vegan cabbage soup using the tips below.

Be sure to add this super-simple recipe to your weekly menu, and keep reading for the recipe!

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Why You'll Love this Crockpot Cabbage Soup Recipe:

  • This cabbage soup is super affordable--less than $10 for a whole crockpot of nutritious soup!
  • The cabbage in this recipe packs a punch of nutrition being high in vitamins C and K, plus containing lots of fiber.
  • This recipe is as simple as dump and go--let the slow cooker do all the hard work!

Easy Slow Cooker Cabbage Soup Diet Recipe Variations:

Vegan Slow Cooker Cabbage Soup

The base recipe does use hamburger and chicken broth, but if youโ€™re vegetarian or vegan, feel free to leave out the meat and use vegetable broth! Itโ€™ll still taste great.ย  If you need to add some protein, sub some beansโ€”Iโ€™ve even done this when extra pinched for time, and the family still loves it.

Paleo, Whole 30 or Keto Slow Cooker Cabbage Soup

If wanting to keep this recipe suitable for either paleo, Whole 30, keto, or suitable as an S for the Trim Healthy Mama plan, use cauliflower rice instead of regular rice.ย  The recipe below gives you the substitution ratio.ย 

This is typically how I make my soup as it pumps even MORE veggies into my kids. Honestlyโ€”you wonโ€™t miss the rice!

gluten free slow cooker cabbage soup

Ingredients for Gluten-Free Slow Cooker Cabbage Soup

This slow cooker cabbage roll soup couldnโ€™t be easier to prep and get cooking!ย  All these ingredients can be found at your local grocery store, but youโ€™ll find great deals on spices, organic broth, and organic canned tomatoes at Thrive Market.

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To make this gluten-free crock pot cabbage soup youโ€™ll need:

  • ground beef (leave out for vegan cabbage soup option or sub with 2 cans of white beans)
  • white onion
  • green cabbage (chopped into 1 in. pieces)
  • chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegan option. I like bonafied bone broth but you could also use either chicken or vegetable gluten-free bouillon)
  • canned diced tomatoes (any brand works, I like Jovial because it doesn't contain added sugar)
  • canned tomato sauce (again, I like brands that don't contain added sugar. Check out the best gluten free tomato sauce brands here.)
  • rice + water (or cauliflower rice)
  • minced garlic
  • dried parsley
  • salt
  • pepper

Is Cabbage Gluten Free?

Yes, cabbage is a vegetable and all vegetables are gluten free. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley, rye, and often oats as they are cross contacted with gluten.

Tools Needed for Crock Pot Cabbage Soup

Beyond your chopping tools, can opener, and cutting board, all you need is a skillet and crock pot.

I love cast iron for cooking pretty much anything (except for eggs).ย 

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Youโ€™ll also need a slow cooker.ย  I love having a slow cooker with a timerโ€”and they are so affordable!ย  You can also use an Instant Pot or the Ninja Foodie as a slow cooker, so an all-in-one appliance may be a really great choice for your family (and a space saver!)

Can this cabbage soup be made without a crock pot?

Sureโ€”just cook it up in a dutch oven until the cabbage, onions, and rice are tender!

How to Make Gluten-Free Slow Cooker Cabbage Soup

Step 1: Brown the ground beef in a skillet

  • If making the vegan version, simply skip this step!
browned ground beef

Step 2: Add all ingredients to your slow cooker

ingredients crockpot cabbage soup

Step 3: Cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 6-8 hours

  • Since the ground beef has already been browned, this really only needs to cook until all the veggies are tender and the flavors meld together.
crock pot cabbage soup after cooking

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Easy Gluten-Free Slow Cooker Cabbage Soup

This gluten free slow cooker cabbage soup is a simple and easy healthy recipe that is packed with veggies, dairy-free, and can be customized to be vegan, paleo, or keto.
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time6 hours hrs
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Diet: Diabetic, Gluten Free
Keyword: cabbage, crock pot, dairy-free, gluten-free, ground beef, keto, paleo, slow cooker, sugar free, THM, vegetables, whole 30
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 190kcal
Cost: $10

Equipment

  • slow cooker
  • skillet

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 small white onion
  • 4 cups green cabbage chopped
  • 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian)
  • 15 oz can diced tomatoes
  • 15 oz can tomato sauce
  • 1 cup rice + 1 cup water or 1 10 oz bag cauliflower rice
  • 2 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 2 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ยฝ teaspoon pepper
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Instructions

  • Brown the ground beef in the skillet, drain the fat
  • Add the ground beef and all other ingredients into the slow cooker (if using rice, be sure that it is completely submerged under the broth so it can cook)
  • Cook on high heat for 3-4 hours, or low heat for 6-8 hours until all the veggies are tender.

Notes

*Be sure to sub cauliflower rice to make it Paleo, Whole 30, Keto, or a THM-S.
*If following Arbonne's 30 Days to Healthy Living, use Brown Rice or Cauliflower rice.
note: nutrition information is provided as a courtesy, but may not accurately reflect the final nutrition composition of your final dish depending on ingredients, substitutions, and serving size.
see the full blog post above post for:
  • ingredient and equipment suggestions & substitutions,
  • tips for preparing the recipe, and
  • frequently asked questions

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  1. Suzanne Hansma-Hill

    February 26, 2020 at 4:06 pm

    Just FYI the full recipe at the bottom you forgot to include the broth in the list. I had to scroll back up to make sure it was in there.

    Reply
    • thehelpfulgf

      March 02, 2020 at 10:51 am

      Oppsies. Thank you so much for letting me know, I really appreciate it! It's updated now.

      Reply
  2. Prissie

    May 13, 2020 at 3:29 pm

    I will legit try this out! OMW it looks so delicious โ˜บ

    Reply
    • thehelpfulgf

      May 13, 2020 at 3:42 pm

      Delicious--and so easy!

      Reply
  3. Jennifer

    March 19, 2021 at 1:47 am

    5 stars
    My family loved this! Especially since I never used my slow cooker before, this recipe encouraged me to make more recipes using my slow cooker, thank you so so much!

    Reply
    • thehelpfulgf

      March 19, 2021 at 6:51 pm

      Awesome! It's such a great kitchen tool!

      Reply

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