Description
Easy Cabbage Roll Soup is a delightful twist on traditional cabbage rolls, turning them into a warm and comforting one-pot meal. This recipe is not only perfect for busy weeknights but also makes a satisfying dish for family gatherings. Bursting with wholesome ingredients like lean ground beef, fresh vegetables, and hearty grains, this soup is gluten-free and dairy-free, ensuring it caters to various dietary preferences. The rich flavors meld together beautifully, making each spoonful a treat. With minimal prep time and easy cleanup, you’ll have more time to enjoy this nutritious meal with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 medium carrots (sliced)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 small green cabbage (chopped)
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 3 cans crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup brown rice or quinoa
- Fresh thyme leaves
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Stir in onion, garlic, carrots, red bell pepper, and thyme; cook until softened.
- Deglaze the pot with 1/2 cup of broth.
- Add cabbage, crushed tomatoes, brown rice (or quinoa), bay leaf, and honey; stir well.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 35-40 minutes until rice is cooked and cabbage is tender.
- Remove bay leaf before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg