Description
This cabbage roll soup captures all the comforting flavors of traditional cabbage rolls in a simple, hearty soup. Tender cabbage, savory meat, tangy tomatoes, and rice come together in a rich, flavorful broth. It’s a one-pot meal perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. The recipe is adaptable, allowing you to swap meats, grains, or veggies to suit your taste. Every spoonful feels like a warm hug in a bowl.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or turkey)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small head of cabbage, chopped
- 1 cup uncooked rice (optional: pre-cooked slightly)
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups beef or chicken broth
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: 1-2 carrots, diced; 1 bell pepper, diced; Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Sauté onions and garlic in olive oil until translucent.
- Brown the ground meat, seasoning with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Stir in rice to coat with meat and aromatics.
- Add chopped cabbage, diced tomatoes, broth, bay leaves, and thyme. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes until cabbage is tender and rice is cooked.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, removing bay leaves before serving.
Notes
- Add extra vegetables for more texture and nutrients.
- Swapping rice for quinoa or barley gives a different twist.
- Let the soup rest for 15 minutes after cooking to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stove-top
- Cuisine: American/Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 45mg