Cabbage Roll Soup
Cabbage Roll Soup is a heartwarming, one-pot meal that blends tender cabbage, savory ground beef, and rich tomatoes into a flavorful dish perfect for chilly days. This comforting soup is easy to prepare and ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With every spoonful, enjoy the delightful flavors that bring warmth and nostalgia to your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups green cabbage, coarsely chopped
- 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup uncooked white rice
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onions and minced garlic until fragrant and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add ground beef to the pot, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until browned, around 7 minutes; drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in coarsely chopped cabbage and cook until slightly wilted, approximately 3 minutes.
- Pour in tomato sauce and beef broth; add uncooked rice along with dried oregano and basil. Mix well.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for about 20 minutes until flavors meld and rice is cooked.
- Serve hot, optionally topped with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - Swap ground beef for turkey or chicken for a lighter option. - Enhance flavor with spices like smoked paprika or add chopped carrots or bell peppers for extra texture. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days or freeze for three months.