Description
Cabbage Roll Soup is a comforting and hearty dish that brings the beloved flavors of traditional cabbage rolls into a delicious, easy-to-make soup. This recipe features tender cabbage, savory ground beef, and wholesome rice simmered in a rich tomato broth. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this soup is not only nourishing but also incredibly versatile, making it a staple for any home-cooked meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 cups fresh green cabbage, chopped
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups water or beef broth
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and sauté diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant (3-5 minutes).
- Add ground beef to the pot, breaking it apart as it cooks until browned (6-8 minutes). Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in chopped cabbage and uncooked rice; let them mingle for about 2 minutes.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes and add water or broth along with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve hot in bowls; garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg