Delight in the comforting flavors of this Vegetarian Stuffed Cabbage WW recipe, a wholesome twist on a classic dish that's perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner. Tender green cabbage leaves are wrapped around a hearty filling of protein-packed lentils, nutty brown rice, and aromatic sautéed vegetables seasoned with smoked paprika and oregano. Simmered to perfection in a rich, tangy tomato sauce, these cabbage rolls are both satisfying and bursting with flavor. With just 30 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients like garlic, onion, and fresh parsley, this recipe is ideal for health-conscious cooks looking for a low-calorie, plant-based comfort food. Serve these rolls steaming hot with extra sauce on top for a cozy meal that's sure to impress!
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Bring a large pot of water to boil. Carefully remove 12-14 whole leaves from the cabbage head. Blanch the cabbage leaves in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, until softened. Drain and set aside to cool.
Finely chop the carrot, onion, and garlic. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the onion, carrot, and garlic for 5-7 minutes until softened.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked brown rice, cooked lentils, sautéed vegetables, chopped parsley, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form the stuffing mixture.
Lay a cabbage leaf flat on a clean surface. Add about 2-3 tablespoons of the stuffing mixture to the center of the leaf. Fold the sides over the filling and roll tightly to enclose. Repeat with the remaining leaves and stuffing.
In a large, deep skillet or casserole dish, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the canned crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, and sugar. Stir to combine, and bring to a simmer.
Nestle the stuffed cabbage rolls seam-side down into the tomato sauce, making sure they are snugly packed. Spoon some of the sauce over the rolls.
Cover the skillet or casserole dish with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Simmer gently for 40-45 minutes until the rolls are tender and the flavors have melded together.
Serve the stuffed cabbage rolls hot, spooned with extra tomato sauce. Garnish with additional parsley if desired.
Serving size | (2129.9g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 1524.4 |
Total Fat 37.4g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 6.1g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.8g | |
Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
Sodium 4572.8mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 257.5g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 56.8g | 0% |
Total Sugars 59.4g | |
Protein 57.2g | 0% |
Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
Calcium 481.4mg | 0% |
Iron 22.2mg | 0% |
Potassium 4989.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories