There’s nothing quite like the comfort of tender cabbage leaves, stuffed with a savory filling and nestled on a bed of roasted vegetables. Simmered in a rich tomato sauce, this is a hearty, one-dish meal that is as satisfying to make as it is to eat.
Servings: 6-8
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Ingredients
For the Cabbage Rolls:
- 1 large head green or Savoy cabbage
- 1 lb ground beef, turkey, or plant-based alternative
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 egg (optional, helps bind the filling)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Vegetable Bed:
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 1 medium zucchini, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, to taste
For the Tomato Sauce:
- 1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes
- ½ cup tomato sauce
- ¼ cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
