Here’s a High-Protein Cabbage Recipe for Weight Loss 🥬💪
Low calorie, high volume, very filling, and packed with lean protein.
Perfect for cutting, fat loss, or meal prep.
🥬 High-Protein Cabbage Fat-Loss Skillet
🍽 Makes: 4 large servings
Low-carb | High-volume | 30 minutes
🥩 Ingredients
Protein:
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1 lb lean ground turkey (99% lean preferred)
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1 cup liquid egg whites
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½ cup low-fat cottage cheese (blended smooth)
Veggies:
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1 medium head green cabbage, shredded
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½ onion, diced
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1 cup mushrooms, chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
Flavor:
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2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce (or coconut aminos)
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1 tbsp tomato paste
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½ tsp smoked paprika
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½ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
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½ cup chicken broth
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook Protein
Brown turkey with onion, garlic, and mushrooms.
Drain excess moisture if needed.
2️⃣ Add Cabbage
Stir in shredded cabbage and broth.
Cover and cook 5–7 minutes until softened.
3️⃣ Boost Protein
Lower heat. Stir in blended cottage cheese.
Slowly pour egg whites in while stirring (they disappear into the mix and add protein without scrambling).
4️⃣ Season with soy sauce, tomato paste, and spices.
Cook 2–3 more minutes until slightly thickened.
Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
📊 Nutrition (Per Serving – Approx.)
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Calories: 260
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Protein: 38–42g
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Carbs: 10g (mostly fiber)
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Fat: 4–6g
Very high satiety for low calories.
🔥 Why This Works for Weight Loss
✔ High protein preserves muscle
✔ High fiber cabbage keeps you full
✔ Low fat keeps calories controlled
✔ Large portion size = volume eating
💡 Make It Even Leaner
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Use all egg whites + extra lean turkey
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Skip cottage cheese (reduces calories slightly)
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Add zucchini for more volume
