Unstuffed Cabbage Roll Soup

Warm, hearty, and bursting with vibrant flavors, Unstuffed Cabbage Roll Soup transforms the classic comfort food into a simplified one-pot meal perfect for busy nights. This wholesome recipe combines tender ground beef, fresh cabbage, and a medley of aromatic vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion, all simmered in a rich tomato and beef broth. A touch of paprika and dried thyme adds depth, while a hint of brown sugar balances the tanginess of crushed tomatoes. With fluffy white rice cooked right in the soup, every spoonful is satisfying and filling. Ready in about an hour, this easy cabbage roll soup offers all the comforting flavors of traditional stuffed cabbage rolls without the hassle. Serve it hot, garnished with fresh parsley, for a cozy dinner everyone will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups green cabbage, chopped
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
• 6 cups beef broth
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 0.5 cup white rice, uncooked
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef to the pot. Cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until fully browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and garlic to the pot. Sauté until the onion is translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the chopped cabbage, sliced carrots, and diced celery. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to soften the vegetables slightly.

Step 5

Pour in the beef broth and crushed tomatoes. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Add the uncooked white rice, brown sugar, paprika, dried thyme, salt, black pepper, and bay leaf to the pot. Stir well.

Step 7

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot with a lid and let the soup simmer for 30 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the flavors have melded together.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt or pepper if desired.

Step 9

Serve the soup hot, removing the bay leaf before serving. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley for added color and flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3491.3 grams (3491.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2134

Total Fat 115.00g	147%
Saturated Fat 38.40g	192%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.80g
Cholesterol 301mg	100%
Sodium 8298mg	361%
Total Carbohydrate 175.00g	64%
Dietary Fiber 27.80g	99%
Total Sugars 54.70g
Protein 114.70g	229%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 584mg	45%
Iron 20mg	110%
Potassium 5135mg	109%

*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: 47.2%

Protein: 20.9%

Carbs: 31.9%