Description
Easy unstuffed cabbage rolls are the ultimate comfort food that blends the rich flavors of ground meat, tender cabbage, and aromatic spices into one satisfying dish. This simplified version cuts down on prep work while maintaining all the comforting tastes you love. Ideal for busy weeknights or leisurely family dinners, this hearty meal will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium green cabbage
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 15 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Remove the core from the cabbage and blanch leaves in boiling water for about 5 minutes until pliable. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté diced onion until soft (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add ground meat to the skillet, breaking it up as it cooks until browned (about 7 minutes). Drain excess grease if necessary.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, cooked rice, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer on low for about 10 minutes to meld flavors.
- In a baking dish, layer half of the meat mixture on the bottom; top with cooked cabbage leaves and remaining meat mixture. Cover with foil and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 25 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg