Meat Cabbage Casserole

Sink your fork into the hearty comfort of this Meat Cabbage Casserole, a delightfully layered dish that combines tender shredded cabbage, savory ground beef or pork, fluffy cooked rice, and a rich tomato-based sauce. Baked to golden perfection and topped with bubbly, melted mozzarella cheese, this casserole delivers wholesome flavor in every bite. Infused with aromatic garlic, onions, and spices like paprika and oregano, it’s a one-pan meal that’s both comforting and satisfying. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this easy-to-make casserole comes together in just over an hour and serves up to six. Indulge in this delicious twist on traditional cabbage rolls—no rolling required!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams Ground beef or pork
• 1 medium head Cabbage
• 1 medium, diced Onion
• 2 minced Garlic cloves
• 200 grams Cooked white rice
• 400 ml Tomato sauce
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 250 ml Beef broth
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 200 grams, shredded Mozzarella cheese

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a medium-sized baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

Prepare the cabbage by removing the outer leaves, cutting it into quarters, and removing the core. Shred the cabbage into thin strips and set aside.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the ground meat to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned, about 7-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 6

Stir the tomato paste, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper into the meat mixture. Cook for another 2 minutes.

Step 7

Add the tomato sauce and beef broth to the skillet, stirring to combine. Simmer the mixture for 5 minutes, then remove from the heat.

Step 8

In the greased baking dish, layer half of the shredded cabbage evenly across the bottom.

Step 9

Spread half of the meat mixture on top of the cabbage layer, followed by a layer of half the cooked rice.

Step 10

Repeat the layers with the remaining cabbage, meat mixture, and rice.

Step 11

Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the oven for 40 minutes.

Step 12

Remove the foil, sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the casserole, and return it to the oven. Bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 13

Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Slice into portions and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2280.8 grams (2280.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2736

Total Fat 177.70g	228%
Saturated Fat 69.30g	347%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.40g
Cholesterol 530mg	177%
Sodium 6178mg	269%
Total Carbohydrate 132.70g	48%
Dietary Fiber 21.50g	77%
Total Sugars 39.10g
Protein 154.60g	309%

Vitamin D 32IU	160%
Calcium 1820mg	140%
Iron 22mg	122%
Potassium 3323mg	71%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.2%

Protein: 22.5%

Carbs: 19.3%