Cabbage Rolls with Beef

Tender and flavor-packed, these Cabbage Rolls with Beef are the ultimate comfort food, combining soft green cabbage leaves with a savory filling of juicy ground beef, fluffy rice, and aromatic garlic and onions. Baked to perfection in a rich tomato sauce infused with paprika and oregano, this classic dish boasts layers of hearty goodness and vibrant flavor. Perfect for family dinners or meal prepping, these rolls are easy to assemble, oven-baked for hands-off cooking, and served bubbling hot with a velvety tomato topping. Pair with crusty bread or a crisp green salad for a satisfying, wholesome meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Try this traditional recipe today for a comforting bite of homemade goodness!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:75 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 head Green cabbage
• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 cup White rice
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves
• 1 large Egg
• 15 ounces Tomato sauce
• 14 ounces Diced tomatoes
• 1 cup Chicken or beef broth
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Carefully remove the core of the cabbage, keeping the leaves intact. Blanch the entire head of cabbage in boiling water for 2-3 minutes to soften the leaves. Gently peel off the leaves one by one, and set aside on a plate.

Step 2

Cook the white rice according to package instructions and let it cool slightly.

Step 3

Finely dice the onion and mince the garlic. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onions until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Remove from heat.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, cooked rice, sautéed onion and garlic, egg, paprika, oregano, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper. Mix together until fully incorporated.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 6

Place about 2-3 tablespoons of the beef mixture onto the base of a cabbage leaf. Roll the leaf tightly, folding in the sides as you roll. Repeat until all the filling is used.

Step 7

In a separate bowl, mix the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes (with their juices), chicken or beef broth, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.

Step 8

Spread a thin layer of the tomato mixture on the bottom of a large casserole dish. Arrange the cabbage rolls seam-side down in the dish snugly in a single layer.

Step 9

Pour the remaining tomato sauce mixture evenly over the cabbage rolls, ensuring they are fully covered.

Step 10

Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 15 minutes to thicken the sauce slightly.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let the cabbage rolls cool slightly before serving. They pair perfectly with crusty bread or a green salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2216.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1800.5

Total Fat 111.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 540.6mg	0%
Sodium 5864.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 109.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.8g	0%
Total Sugars 35.2g
Protein 101.9g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 453.4mg	0%
Iron 15.0mg	0%
Potassium 2864.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.3%

Protein: 22.0%

Carbs: 23.6%