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A vibrant plate featuring rolled cabbage leaves filled with seasoned meat and rice, topped with tomato sauce and garnished with fresh herbs, showcasing a golden-brown, slightly crispy texture with bright green and deep red colors.

Quick and Easy Cabbage Roll Recipes for Delicious Meals

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A simple, flavorful recipe for cabbage rolls filled with seasoned meat and rice, baked to perfection and topped with tomato sauce.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 large head of cabbage
  • 1 pound ground beef or turkey
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for sautéing

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Blanch cabbage leaves in boiling water until soft, then drain and set aside.
  3. In a skillet, sauté chopped onion and garlic in olive oil until translucent.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine ground meat, cooked rice, sautéed onions, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
  5. Place a spoonful of filling onto each cabbage leaf and roll up tightly, tucking in the sides.
  6. Arrange cabbage rolls in a baking dish and top with tomato sauce.
  7. Bake uncovered for 45 minutes or until cooked through and bubbling.

Notes

  • For added flavor, sprinkle with shredded cheese before baking.
  • You can substitute ground beef with turkey or a vegetarian protein for different variations.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Healthy

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cabbage roll
  • Calories: 280 Kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg