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A vibrant plate of cabbage rolls filled with seasoned meat and rice, topped with a rich tomato sauce, garnished with fresh parsley, served on a white ceramic plate with a rustic wooden background.

Quick and Easy Cabbage Roll Creations for Busy Nights

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These quick and easy cabbage rolls are a comfort-food classic made simple. Filled with seasoned ground meat and rice, topped with a savory tomato sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 large head of green cabbage
  • 1 pound ground beef or turkey
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Carefully separate cabbage leaves, blanch in boiling water for 2 minutes, then drain and set aside.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat; sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, cooked rice, sautéed onions, salt, and pepper.
  5. Place a scoop of the meat mixture onto each cabbage leaf, roll up, and tuck in ends.
  6. Arrange stuffed cabbage rolls in a baking dish, pour tomato sauce over the top.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 35-40 minutes until cooked through.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
  • Serve the cabbage rolls with additional tomato sauce or a dollop of sour cream.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Comfort

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cabbage roll
  • Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg