Unstuffed Stuffed Cabbage

Satisfy your craving for comforting, home-cooked flavors with this effortless recipe for Unstuffed Stuffed Cabbage — a delicious twist on the classic Eastern European dish. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pot wonder combines all the hearty goodness of stuffed cabbage rolls without the hassle of rolling! Featuring tender ground beef (or ground turkey for a lighter option), fragrant sautéed onions and garlic, savory tomato sauce, and nutrient-packed green cabbage, this dish is simmered to perfection with fluffy white rice and a warming blend of paprika, oregano, and thyme. Ready in just under an hour and packed with rich flavors, this cozy, gluten-free meal is hearty enough to feed the whole family. Serve it piping hot, garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and added freshness.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey for a lighter version)
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium head green cabbage, chopped
• 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 15 ounces tomato sauce
• 2 cups beef broth (or vegetable broth)
• 1 cup white rice (uncooked)
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat and add olive oil.

Step 2

Once the oil is hot, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 3

Add the ground beef to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 4

Stir in the chopped cabbage, diced tomatoes (with their juice), tomato sauce, and beef broth.

Step 5

Add the uncooked rice, paprika, oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine everything evenly.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low to simmer. Cover the pot with a lid and cook for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and the rice is fully cooked.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add more salt or pepper as desired.

Step 8

Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3005.7 grams (3005.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2521

Total Fat 115.70g	148%
Saturated Fat 40.00g	200%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 363mg	121%
Sodium 5156mg	224%
Total Carbohydrate 261.20g	95%
Dietary Fiber 35.80g	128%
Total Sugars 56.70g
Protein 114.90g	230%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 683mg	53%
Iron 21mg	115%
Potassium 4407mg	94%

*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: 40.9%

Protein: 18.1%

Carbs: 41.0%