Description
Discover quick and easy cabbage roll recipes that are perfect for busy weeknights. These flavorful and nutritious dishes are simple to prepare with minimal effort, making them ideal for home-cooked comfort food. Embrace the versatility of cabbage and enjoy hearty meals in just minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head of cabbage or pre-cut cabbage leaves
- 1 lb ground beef, turkey, or chicken
- 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional herbs: parsley, dill, or oregano
- Shredded cheese or sour cream for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Remove the core of the cabbage and blanch the leaves in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until soft. Alternatively, use pre-cut cabbage leaves for faster prep.
- In a large bowl, combine ground meat, cooked rice, chopped onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and herbs. Mix thoroughly.
- Place a spoonful of filling onto each cabbage leaf, fold the sides, and roll tightly. Place seam-side down in a baking dish.
- Pour tomato sauce over the rolls, sprinkle with cheese if desired, cover, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45 minutes or simmer in a slow cooker for 4-6 hours.
Notes
- Use pre-cut cabbage leaves or frozen pre-stuffed rolls for faster preparation.
- Add leftover rice or cooked vegetables to the filling for variety.
- Top with shredded cheese or sour cream for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking, Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rolled cabbage leaf
- Calories: 250 Kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 65mg