Easy Cabbage Casserole Tastes Like Cabbage Rolls

Savor the comforting flavors of traditional cabbage rolls without the fuss with this Easy Cabbage Casserole! This hearty, oven-baked dish layers tender chopped cabbage, savory seasoned ground beef and pork, and a rich tomato-infused rice mixture, creating a deconstructed version of a beloved classic. Topped with melty mozzarella cheese and baked to golden perfection, this casserole brings all the cozy, tangy, and savory notes of stuffed cabbage rolls to your table in just half the effort. With simple ingredients like canned diced tomatoes, beef broth, and fragrant garlic, it’s the ultimate weeknight comfort food for the whole family. Perfect for make-ahead meals or freezer-friendly dinners, this cabbage casserole is as easy as it is satisfying—serve with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 0.5 lb ground pork
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 head green cabbage, chopped
• 2 cups cooked white rice
• 14 oz canned diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 15 oz tomato sauce
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, ground pork, and diced onion until the meat is browned and the onion is soft, about 8-10 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Season the meat mixture with Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, diced tomatoes (with juice), tomato sauce, and beef broth. Mix gently.

Step 6

Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish. Spread a layer of chopped cabbage evenly across the bottom of the dish.

Step 7

Layer half of the meat mixture on top of the cabbage, followed by half of the tomato-rice mixture.

Step 8

Repeat the layers: cabbage, meat mixture, and tomato-rice mixture. Press down gently to ensure even layering.

Step 9

Cover the casserole dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the foil and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top. Return the dish to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Step 12

Serve hot and enjoy your deconstructed cabbage roll casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3224.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2968.3

Total Fat 162.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 65.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 585.5mg	0%
Sodium 6662.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 191.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.9g	0%
Total Sugars 52.2g
Protein 193.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1551.1mg	0%
Iron 24.0mg	0%
Potassium 4131.2mg	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: 48.6%

Protein: 25.8%

Carbs: 25.5%