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Corned Beef and Cabbage Recipe (Slow Cooker or Stovetop!)

This Corned Beef and Cabbage delivers just 2g protein and 92 calories per serving—a vegetable-forward side rather than a protein centerpiece. Preps 8 servings quickly on the stovetop, making it ideal for rounding out meals without competing with your primary protein sources. Use this as a low-calorie filler to add volume to your plate while staying within your daily macro targets.

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Ingredients

8 servings
  • Beef Brisket, Corned
  • Beer, Stout(240g)
  • 1 Cinnamon Stick, Optional
  • Garlic
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Potato, Red(907g)
  • Carrots
  • Cabbage, Green
  • Mustard, Dijon

    Dijon mustard — Grey Poupon or store brand. Spicier than yellow mustard.

Instructions

  1. 1In a large Dutch oven, add corned beef along with the seasoning packet. Add the beer and enough water to just cover the beef. Add in the cinnamon stick (if using), garlic, bay leaves, and chili pepper, if using.
  2. 2Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce to low. Cover and cook until tender, about 4 to 5½ hours.
  3. 3Transfer the beef to a cutting board and rest while the vegetables cook.
  4. 4Add the potatoes and carrots to the simmering liquid. Cook for 20 minutes, then add the cabbage and cook until the potatoes, carrots and cabbage are tender, about 10 more minutes.
  5. 5Slice the beef against the grain and serve with the vegetables and mustard, if using.

Nutrition — Per Serving

92

calories

2g

protein

0g

fat

Carbohydrates
19g
Saturated fat
0.0g
Sodium
22 mg
Dietary fiber
1.9g

8 servings per batch · ~143g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Corned Beef and Cabbage Recipe (Slow Cooker or Stovetop!) have per serving?

Each serving contains only 2g of protein and 92 calories with 19g carbs and 0g fat. This is a vegetable-focused side, not a protein component of your meal.

How long does Corned Beef and Cabbage Recipe (Slow Cooker or Stovetop!) take to prep?

This quick prep recipe batch-makes 8 servings either on the stovetop or slow cooker. The slow cooker option allows hands-off cooking while you handle other meal prep tasks.

Is Corned Beef and Cabbage Recipe (Slow Cooker or Stovetop!) good for fat loss?

At 92 calories and 2g protein per serving, this recipe is a low-calorie vegetable base suitable for fat loss phases. Always pair it with lean protein sources to avoid low-protein meals that don't support satiety.

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