Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls

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4.8

186 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    20 mins

  • Cook Time

    20 mins

  • Total Time

    50 mins

  • Servings

    4 servings

  • Calories

    370 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    American

Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls

These Unstuffed or Lazy Cabbage Rolls, make the perfect quick, easy and delicious weeknight meal. No stuffing required and no side dish needed.

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Ingredients

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  • 2-3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1-2 clove garlic (minced)
  • 1 small onion (chopped)
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 4 cups shredded or finely chopped cabbage
  • 1 can whole Plum/Marzano Tomatoes chopped (nothing added) (14 ounces)
  • cups water or broth (homemade or store bought)
  • ¾ cup uncooked rice (long grain)
  • ½-1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1-2 pinches of hot pepper flakes (if desired)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1-2 pinches thyme (optional)
  • 4-5 fresh basil leaves or parsley chopped (or more if desired)
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Instructions

  1. In a large frying pan add the olive oil, garlic, onion, and ground beef, cook on medium heat until almost all browned.
  2. Then add the cabbage, tomatoes, water and rice, stir to combine, add the spices and combine. Cook over low-medium heat half covered for approximately 30 minutes or until cooked and thickened. The last 10 minutes remove the lid to thicken. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Any leftovers should be stored in an airtight container in the fridge. It will keep for up to 3 days. It can also be frozen in a freezer safe container. It will keep for up to 2-3 months in the freezer. Thaw overnight in the fridge, re-heat either in the microwave, oven or in a skillet on the stove.
  • This recipe can be made in the oven in a dutch oven or oven proof baking dish. Bake for approximately 30 minutes at 400F/200C. It's best to brown the ground beef as in step 1 before baking and cook the rice al dente.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 370kcal (19%) Carbohydrates 34g (11%) Protein 28g (56%) Fat 13g (20%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Cholesterol 70mg (23%) Sodium 389mg (16%) Potassium 577mg (16%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 69IU (1%) Vitamin C 27mg (30%) Calcium 60mg (6%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 370 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 370kcal 19%
Carbohydrates 34g 11%
Protein 28g 56%
Fat 13g 20%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 70mg 23%
Sodium 389mg 16%
Potassium 577mg 12%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 69IU 1%
Vitamin C 27mg 30%
Calcium 60mg 6%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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