Description
Cabbage roll soup is a delightful, heartwarming dish that transforms the classic flavors of traditional cabbage rolls into a savory bowl of comfort. This easy-to-make recipe features tender ground meat, vibrant cabbage, and tangy tomatoes simmered to perfection. Ideal for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this cozy soup pairs beautifully with crusty bread, making it a satisfying meal that brings back fond memories of home-cooked goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups green cabbage, chopped
- 2 (14.5 oz) cans diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup uncooked rice (brown or white)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground meat until fully cooked (about 5 minutes).
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until the onion is translucent (approximately 3 minutes).
- Stir in chopped cabbage and cook until slightly softened (about 4 minutes).
- Pour in diced tomatoes with juices and broth; mix thoroughly.
- Add uncooked rice, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
- Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes or until rice is fully cooked.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg